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Daily Bills of the Play.
" Nothing extenuate nor set down aught in malice."
No. 806 Thursday, July 1, 1824. Price id.
9
€oticnt garden Cljcatrc.
The fullest attendance we have seen at cither theatre this season,
honoured the benefit of Miss JVI. Tree last evening. The pit was
filled ; every seat in it was occupied immediately on the opening of
the doors, and before half-pries the boxes and slips were thronged to
excess. Those who came in late were obliged to officiate as lobby-
loungers, of which there was a very numerous squad condemned to
saunter without a seat throughout the night. This testimony of public
favor is as marked as it is merited. There is no lady on the stage who
exceeds — nay, perhaps, who equals — Miss Tree in that most exqui-
site attribute of song — deep and pathetic feeling, which shows that
the sentiment flows from the heart, and that the sound is but an echo
of the sense. In that beautifully impressive ballad, " Home, sweet
home" which was most deservedly encored, the words dropt from her
lips " like the dew from the bending flower/' and the notes of her se-
dulously cultivated voice, rise " like a stream of rich perfumes upon
the air." In the character of Rosalind, which she played last even-
ing for the first time, she was eminently successful. There is no
other actress on the stage, who, in an equal degree, unites the comic
and vocal abilities which are suited to this interesting part. Miss A.
Tree made her second appearance (as Celia) on any stage, and the
first of this season. She is a very pleasing, though not powerful,
singer, formed on the model of her sister. A Concert of well-selected
aad popular music followed the play.
K==3~7-3E?*SEr=-=^?»5BESH^aHKaBi
SDrurp Satis Cftcatre.
Miss Booth took her Benefit at this Theatre last night; we are un-
acquainted with the state of house, or how this lady was received.
©apmarftct €$mm
At this pleasant little house, The Lord of the Manor, My Grand-
mother, and Mrs. Smifo, were delightfully acted, by Mr. Listqm, Mr.
West, Mr. Vining, Mr. Williams, Madame Vestris, Mrs. -T. Kill,'
Mrs. Chatterlev, Mis. C. Jones, &c.
Sadler' 8 Wells was very well attended lost night : The Surrey The-
tre, had likewise a numerous audience, and The Amnhitheaire was
quite full. Vauxhall was crowded with fashionable visitors
This is the last night of Mr. Mathews's season.— He is t ietfver
a Fareyell Address, after the performance. '
Cijiatre ftopal, ©rutj) I»ane,
This Evening the Comedy of
The Heir at Law.
Daniel Dowlas, alias Lord Duberly, Mr DOW TON,
Dick Dowlas, Mr PENLEY,
Zekiel Homespun, Mr KNIGHT,
Sfedfast, Mr POWELL, Dr. Pan gloss, Mr HARLEY
Kenrick, Mr FITZWILLIAM,
Henry Morland, Mr MERCER, John, Mr POVEY,
Waiters, Messrs Webster and Honnor,
Deborah Dowlas, alias Lady Duberly, Mrs Harlowe
Caroline Dormer, Miss SMITHSON,
Cicely Homespun, Mrs ORGER.
The Original EPILOGUE by the Characters.
To which will bo added,
Sylvester Das^erwoocL
Sylvester Daggerwood, Mr ELLIS TON,
Fustian, Mr HUGHES, Servant, Mr HARROLD,
To conclude with the Farce of
TURN OUT.
Restive, Mr DOWTON, Somerville, Mr HORN,
Gregory, Mr HARLEY,
Dr Truckle, Mr GATTIE, Forage, Mr KNIGHT,
Marian, Miss S. BOOTH.
Mrs Ramsay, Mrs WILLMOTT,
Peggy, Miss GREEN,
To-morrow, Man and Wife, with The Revolt of the Greeks.
C&eatre &oyal, Cotient <@ar&tti.
This Evening, For the Benefit of
Mr. BLANCHARD & Mr. WARE.
The Comedy of The
School for Scandal*
Sir Peter Teazle, Mr W. FARREN,
Joseph Surface, MrBENNETT, Moses, MrKEELEY
Sir Oliver Surface, Mr FAWCETT,
Rowley, Mr CHAPMAN, Careless, Mr BAKER.
Charles Surface, (first time) Mr COOPER,
Sir Benjamin Backbite, Mr JONES,
Snake, Mr CLAREMON T. Trip, Mr HORREBOW,
Crabtree, M» BLANCHARD,
Lady Sneer well, Mrs VINING, Maria, Miss LOVE,
Lady Teazle, Miss CHESTER,
Mrs Candour, Mrs GIBBS, Maid, Miss Boden.
In Act 3, a SOJVG by Mr. TAYLOR.
At the End of the Plav,
MASTER BIRCH,
(A Boy only Twelve Years Old) will perform on the FLUTE DROUF/1 's
celebrated variations to " GOD SAVE THE KING."
A Comic Song, by Mr RAYNER,
After which, the Interlude of
A Day after the Weddings
Col. Freelove, Mr JONES, Lord Rivers, Mr CLAPEMONT,
James, Mr ATKINS, John, Mr LOUIS,
Lady Elizabeth Freelove, Mrs GIBBS, Mrs Davies, Mrs. PEARCE.
To conclude with the Melo-drama of
The Forest of Bondy,
Or, the Dog of Montargis.
Col. Gontran, Mr CHAPMAN, Capt. Aubri, Mr BAKER,
Lieutenant Macaire, Mr FARLEY, Lieut. Landry, Mr CONNOR,
The Seneschal of Bondy, xMr EGERTON,
Florio, (a Dumb Orphan) Mr8 VINING, Blaise, Mr BLANCHARD,
Dame Gertrude, Mrs DAVENPORT, Lucille, Miss LOVE.
In Act I — a PASTORAL BALLET.
To-morrow, John Bull, with Cent per Cent.
This Evening, a Comic Piece, call'd
Twelve Precisely.
. '.:■- Brass, Mr W. WEST,
Sir Ferdinand Frisky, Mr JOHNSON,
Landlord, Mr EBSWORTH,
Amelia Wildlove Mrs CHATTERLEY,
Katty O'^arrol Mrs CHATTERLEY !
Marchioness deGrenouiiie Mrs CHATTERLEY ! !
Captain Wildlove Mrs CHATTERLEY ! !!
Marquis de Grcnouille.. . . Mrs CHATTERLEY ! ! ! I
Peggy, Miss WOOD,
After which the Comedy of
Sweethearts & Wives.
The Jllusic composed and selected by
Messrs. Whitaker, Nathan, T. Cooke, and Perry.
Admiral Franklvn, Mr WILLIAMS,
Billy Larkaday, Mr LISTON, Charles, Mr VIN1NG,
Sandforcl, 'Mr MELROSE, Curtis, Mr LEE.
Eugenia, Miss CHESTER,
Mrs Bell, Mrs C JONES, Susan, Mrs GARRICK,
Laura, Madame VESTRIS.
To conclude with the Farce of
Two Strings to your Bow.
Lazarillo, Mr LISTON, Ferdinand, Mr VINING,
Octavio, Mr JOHNSON, Don Pedro, Mr YOUNGER,
Don Sancho, Mr LEE, Borachio, Mr WILLIAMS,
Donna Clara, (first time) Madame VESTRIS, who will introduce
" Reason and Love" "The Knight was Brave,"
Leonora, Mrs T. HILL.
To-moirow, Every One has his Fault, with A Year in an Hour, '
and A lloland for an Oliver.
FrnUed & Piiblishpd by. V,. Thomas. Denmark-court. Kxefer-chnnare, Strand,
Ail Communications must be post paid, aud addressed as above.
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Daily Bills of the Play.
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No. 807 Friday, July 2, 1824. Price \d.
Cotocnt 4Barbcn Cpeatre*
Messrs. Blanchard and Ware took a joint Benefit here last night,
and we understand had a good house.
^apinarfett €(jcattc*
The Opera of Sweethearts and Wives has lost none of its attrac-
tions, except the loss of Mr. Terry, who, although Mr. Williams
is very clever, is greatly missed at this house.
EDrtirp %anc €&eatr&
Last night the amusing Comedy of The Heir at Law, was repre-
sented with very excellent effect. Mr. Dowton acted Daniel Dowlas,
alias Lord Dnberly, and made an admirahlc Chandler. Mr. Harley
represented Doctor Pangloss, and a very entertaining one he was. —
Mr. Knight is nature, simple nature itself, in the character of the
honest warm-hearted country lad, Zekiel Homespun. Mrs. Orger
was an excellent Cicely, and Mr. Penley amusing as Dick Dowlas.
Mr. Mathews closed his most successful Entertainment for the
season last night, with the following Farewell Address : —
" Ladies and Gentlemen — In once more taking my leave of you for a season,
I wish I could think on something to say which would entitle you to exclaim
with our late friend Mr. Bray—" Well I never heard that before ;'** hut the lan-
guage of grateful acknowledgment is soon exhausted, however unbounded may
be the feeling that prompts it. To say I am proud of your applause, and grate-
ful for your kindness, is a •* twice told tale," which has been more than thrice
repeated, but be assured that the undiminished favour I have experienced has
year after year increased my anxiety to merit your smiles, and will leave an in-
delible recollection on my heart when I and my hnmbl-2 efforts to amuse you may
perhaps be forgotton. While thus encouraged It would be affectation if not in-
gratitude to talk of retiring from public life; while I continue, therefore, to
receive your approbation, I shall continue my endeavours to deserve it ; and
trust I shall next year be able to present you with something, at least as well
deserving your attention as any thing I have heretofore had the pleasure and
honour of submitting to your notice. With this hope, and the gratifying an-
ticipation of soon meeting yon again, 1 most reepectfully and cordially bid
you farewell."
Mr. Booth. — We regret to learn, that Mr. Booth, the actor, who has been
performing some nights at the Park Theatre, in a state of mental derangemant,
on Saturday made an attack upon Mr. Wallack, of the Chatham Garden Thea-
tre, with a dagger, and being foiled, made an attempt to destroy himself, but
was secured, and conveyed to the house of a friend. We hope he will soon re-
cover, if he has not already, and never again use his dagger but in mimic scenes.
This hit might have been too palpable. — American Paper.
C&eatre Hopi Cofcent #arom.
This Evening the Comedy of
BULL.
Peregrine, Mr COOPER,
Hon. Tom Shuffleton, Mr JONES,
Dan, Mr RAYNER, John Burr, Mr ATKINS
Job Thorn berry, Mr FAWCETT,
Sir Simon Rochdale, Mr BLANCHARD,
Frank Rochdale, Mr BAKER,
Dennis Brul-ruddery, Mr. CONNOR,
Earl Fitzbaiaarn, Mr CLAREMONT,
MrPennyman, Mr LOUIS, Simon, Mr EVANS,
Williams, Mr Mears, John, Mr Henry,
Robert, Mr Heath.
Lady Caroline Braymore, Mrs, CHATTERLEY,
Mary Thornberry, Miss CHESTER,
Mrs. Brulgruddery, Mrs. DAVENPORT
To conclude with the Farce of
Cent per Cent.
Mr Pennyfarthing, Mr W. FARREN,
Captain Dashmore, Mr H O R R E B O W,
Col, Tumbril, Mr BLANCHARD, Lao-ley, Mr LEY,
C. Hopeful, Mr BAKER, Starch, Mr JONES,
Dr.O'Rafferty, Mr CONNOR, Slug, Mr MASON,
Dibbs, Mr MEADOWS, Sheers, Mr BARNES,
Masks, Mess Atkins, Heath, &c.
Servants, Messrs Heriry, Tinney, &c
Duns, Messrs. Evans, Ryals, &c.
Bailiffs, Mess. Norris, Austin, Claremont, George,
Miss Deborah Tumbril, Mrs PEARCE,
Mrs Pennyfarthing, Mrs VINING,
Charlotte Tumbril, Miss BEAUMONT,
Emily Pennyfarthing, Miss HENRY,
To-morrow, The School of Reform, &c,
theatre ftoyal, firutp iLane.
Thi^ Evening, the Comedy of
MAN
Or, More Secrets than One.
Lord Austencourt, Mr ARCHER, Abel Grouse, Mr YOUNGE,
Sir Rowland Ati9tencourt, Mr POWELL,
Charles Austencourt, Mr ELLISTON, Ponder, Mr HARLEY,
Sir W. Worret, Mr DOWTON, Sailor, Mr G. SMITH,
Cornelius O'De dimus, Mr FITZWILLIAM,
Countryman, Qfr SHERW1N, Gamekeeper, Mr WEBSTER,
Fanny, Miss SMITHSON, Tiffany, Mrs OKG&R, '
Lady Worret, Mrs HAULOWE, Helen Wonett, Miss S. BOOTH,
To conclude with a new Melo-Drama, called,
The Revolt of the Greeks.
The Characters by Mr PENLEY, Mr ARCHER, Mr IIARLEY,
Mr HARROLD, Mr BLANCHARD, Mr HOWELL,
Mr KNIGHT. Mr YOUNGE,
Mr MERCEK, Mr G. SMITH, Mr WEBSTER,
Miss S. BOOTH, Miss SMITHSON, and Mrs ORGER.
In Act II.— A GRAND BALLET.
By Mr & Mrs O BYRNE, Mr & Mrs NOELB-
To-morrow, The Man of the World, with The Falls of Clyde.
~ EXHIBITIONS -
Mr. Cross's Grand Collection of Wild Beasts — Exeter-iChange, Strand.
Naturorama— Consisting of 17' interesting Views ; among which the House
of Joan of Arc, is remarkably we!) imitated and executed; — 23, New Bond
Street, corner of Conduit Street.
Miss Linwood's celebrated Pictures in Needle- Y/ork — Leicester-square.
Marshall's PeresUiphio Panorama of the Battles of Ligny, les Quatre Bras
and Waterloo : eve^y day and evening, accompanied bv a full military hand —
Spring Gardens.
FiNNts Fancy Glass-working Exhibition, in Miniature. Displaying the
whole Art of Modelling, Blowing, and Working— 161, Strand.
Diorama — Consisting of a View of the interior of Trinity Chapel, in the
Cathedral of Canterbury : and a View of the Valley of Sarnen, in Switzer-
land— Entrance ofRegent's Park, by Portland Place.
Mr. Bollock's Exhibitions of Ancient and Modern Mexico, presenting a
unique, rare, and interesting collection of Curiosities, and a Panoramic
Vieiv of the City of Mexico — Egyptian Hall, Piccadiilv.
(£t~ It is respectfully suggested to our Friends to be careful, in going to the
Theatre, not to be imposed on by an imitation of this Paper
35E
Printed & Published by,E. Thomas. DennrtYfc-court. ExeT«r-chaosre, Strand.
All Communications must be post paid, aud addressed as above.
This Evening, the Comedy of
Every One has his Fault.
Lord Norland, Mr YOUNGER.
Solus, Mr LISTON, Placid, Mr W. JOHNSON,
Mr Irwin, ffirst tjme) Mr ABBOTT,
Harmony, Mr W. FARREN,
Hamm#nd, Mr C. JONES, Porter, Mr LATHAM,
Sir Robert Bramble, Mr VINING,
Edward, Miss YOUNG, Sam, MrCOATES,
William, Mr BARTLEY, Robert, Mr MOORE,
Mrs Placid, Mrs GIBBS,
Lady Elinor Irwin, Mrs GLOVER,
Miss Wooburn, Miss BOYCE, Servant, Mrs HUNT,
Miss Spinster, Mrs WINDSOR,
After which, the Faroe of
A Year in an Hour.
Old Stanley, Mr YOUNGER, Serjeant, Mr Covenev
Bobby Bcckhorse, Mr LISTON,
Young Stanley, Mr JOHNSON, Villager, Mr Jones,
Old Margery, Mrs WINDSOR,
Fadefast, afterwards Mrs Bnckhorse, Mrs C. JONES,
Jenny Styles, Mrs HUNT,
Miss Weiford, Miss WOOD, Sally, Miss SCOTT,
Mrs Candy, Mrs COVEN EY.
To conclude with the Musical Fatfee of
s A Roland for an Oliver.
Sir Mark Chase, Mr WILLIAMS,
Alfred Highflyer, Mr VINING,
Gamekeeper, Mr LATHAM, Groom, Mr Ebsworth,
Fixture, Mr HUCKEL,
Mrs Selborne, Mrs GARRICK,
Maria Darlington, Madame VESTRIS,
Mrs Fixture, Mrs JONES.
To-morrow, The Way to Keep Him, with Mrs Smith, &c.
THE
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Daily Bills of the Play.
" Nothing eAjenuate nor set down aughl in malic**.
Ao 808 Saturday, July 3, 1824.
rice
id.
CtJUcut harden €{)eatre.
Yesterday evening there was a very crowded house, it being what
is called a ticket-night. The Comedy of John Bull was excellently
performed. Mr. Fawoett's Job Thornlerry, and Miss Chester's
Jfa)% were particularly well acted. Mr. Cooper represented Pere-
grine with much judgment and effect, and Mr. Jones and Mrs. Chat-
tbrley as the fashionables, were quite at home. Mr. Connor, Mr.
Kayner, and Mrs. Davenport, supported the Brnlgruden/s, and
Dan, very humorously, and the Sir Simon Rochdale of Mr. Blan-
chard was very well played. The Farce of Cent, per Cent, followed.
SDmrp Sane Cftcattc.
JWjin and Wife, and The Revolt of the Greeks, were the pieces of
last night. — Mr. Tf.rrv is to appear here this evening as Sir Pertinax
JMacsycophant, — Considerable curiosity is excited by the announce-
ment of this performance.
£)apniarhct €tjcatre> I
Every One has his fault was acted very pleasantly last night, and
was followed by Jl Year in an Hour, and A Roland for an Oliver. —
This evening The Way to Keep Him, Mrs. Smith, and Simpson and
Co. — For a full bill of the performance see our second edition.
The English Opera-Bouse, it will be seen, opens to-night for its
regular season.
Mr. Bradbury, on taking leare lately in Dublin for the last time, combines
a stjle of enthusiastic gratitude with the announcement of his wonderful feats,
in a very comical manner. Wc are told within a few lines of each other, that.
** so long as life lasts, Ireland and her people wi 1 occupy the first place in nh
affections and gratitude," and M ho will introduce his performances on taldes
and chairs." with six coach wheels, surrounded by Fire Works ! ! ! — " With
his last sigh only will the name of Ireland fade away," and 4i will draw up and
bear a Real Horse on the Soles of his Feet ! ! — Tf his feelings will permit him,
he will endeavour to deliver a Fa-rewell AvDnEs:i" — " his legs being in the
air J ! !"
CORRESPONDENTS.
A Constant R<aucr wishes to know why so impartial and fair a critic as the
Editor of The Theatrical Observer has ever been, should consider it be-
neath his notice to give some account of the performances at Drury Lane Thea-
tre, on the occasion of Miss Booth's Benefit last night.
July I, 1S-21.
In rep]y to the above the Editor begs to say, that it is impossible for the
moderate profits of this Publication to bear tbV-c^nense of being present at
every Benefit. The Editor greatly admires the talents of Miss S. Booth, and
should have been happy, on every account, to have shewn her the fullest
attention.
%fyt mtfipMl (English ©jpera=i>ousp,
— <i»
First Night of the Season.
This Evening the Opera of The
evi
Count Almaviva, Mr PHILIPPS,
(From Dublin) his first appearance at this 1 heatre these Eleven Years, in
which Character he will introduce the following Songs, Duet, &c.'
SERENADE, (Mozart)— the Words and Arrangement by J. A. Wadb, Esq.
" The Soldier's Bride" an Irish Melody, arranged by Mr. Philipps.
♦♦ POMPOSO," a Mock Italian Scena, (Dibdin) A New Rondeau, (Philipps)
Duet, (Fioravanti) " The Singing, lesson," with the Young LaJy who '
performs llosina.
Doctor Bartolo, Mr BARTLEY, Figaro, Mr W. CHAPMAN,
Fmrelio, Mr BROADHURST, Argus, Mr SALTER,
Basil, Mr J. ISAACS, (from the Theatre Royal, Covent Garden)
Notary, Mr MINTON, Officer, Mr H. PHILLIPS,
Tallboy, Mr TAYLEURE, (from the Theatre Royal, Haymarket.)
Rosina, by a YOUNG LADY,
(Pupil of Mr. Philipps) being her first appearance in London;
Marcellina, Miss HOLD AW AY.
After which, (first time) a new Grand Pantomime, called
Or, Harlequin and the Loadstone Rock.
NATIVES.
Onrang Ontang, (Sovereign of Monkey Island ) Mr J. COOPER,
Pucfcerchcoks, (Prime Minister, afterwards Pantaloon) Mr BARNES,
General Jackon, (afterwards Clown) Mr J. S. GBIMALD1,
[By Permission of the Proprietors of The Theatre Royal, Covent Garden]
Courtiers, Subjects, Guards, by a numerous Train of Apes, Baboons, Monkeys
FOREIGNERS.
Aziin, (a Persian Manner, afterwards Harlequin) Mr ELLAR,
Piuarzadc (a Female Mount aneer, botrothed to Azim, but kidnapped
by the Wild Men, afterwards Columbine) Miss ROMER,
[Also from the Theatre Royal Covent Garden — their First Appearance here]
IMMORTALS.
The Fairy Pari Ronou, Miss BOD EN, Trunkulo, [Boatman] Mr SHAW,
SCENERY.
1. — The Loadstone Rock — Storm and Shipwreck, (Wilson) 2. — Romantic
Landscape on Monkey Island, (Coyle) 3. — Cocoa Nut Grove, (Wilson) Court
of the King of Monkey Island. 4. — Broadstairs, (Wilson) 5. — Interior of an
Inn,— 6. Pawnbroker's Shop, [Pitt]— 7. Sea View. 8.- Lodging House and
Doctor's Shop. — 9. Inside of Doctor's House. — 10. Wood. — II. Landscape, — 12
Magcificient Fairy Palace. [Walker]
On Monday, Military Tactics, Tom Thumb, &c.
Cijeatre Sfcopal, Bruij) £ane.
This Evening, the Comedy of The
■
Man of the Wor
Lord Luiubercourt, Mr GATTIE,
Sir Pertinax Macsycophant, [1st time] Mr TERRY,
Eoerton, Mr ELLISTON, Sidney, Mr PENLEY,
Counsellor Plausible, Mr HUGHES,
John, Mr WEBSTER, Tomlins, Mr HARROLD,
Serjeant Eitherside, Mr YARNOLD,
Ladv RodolpbaLumbercourt, Miss S. BOOTH,
Lady Macsycophant, Mrs KNIGHT,
Betty Hint, Mrs ORGER, Nanny, Miss CARR,
Constantia, Miss SMITHSON,
s
After which the Ballet of The
Danish C*a"
Fabrio, Mr O.BYRNE, Vincetto, Mr NOBLE,
Signor Dom Porapeio, Mr BLANCHARD,
Don Alvaro, Mr Webster, Audre Perez, Mr Howell,
Constantia, Mrs O. BYRNE, Laura, Mrs NOBLE,
To conclude with the Melo-drama of
The Falls of Clyde.
General Wilford, Mr POWELL, Kenmure, Mr PENLEY,
Farmer Enfield, Mr KNIGHT, Edward Enfield, Mr ARCHER,
Donald, IMf SHERWIN, Malcolm, Mr BROWNE,
Lindley. Mr G. SMITH, Evan, Mr WEBSTER, Gabriel, Mr PQVEY
Derncleugh, Mr HARROLD, Allen, Ms HONNOR,
Steenic. Mr READ, Gelletlev, Mr RANDALL,
Serjeant, Mr HOWELL, Peter, Mr SHERIFF,
Mrs Enfield, Mrs HARLOWE, Ellen Enfield, Miss S. BOOTH,
Janet, Mrs WILLM OTT, Jessy, Mass CARR,
On Monday for the Benefit of Mrs. Bland, The Lidr, Yoxmg Wilding,
by Mr Elliston, Monsieur Tonson, Morbleu, by Mr. Mathews', & '
The Mayor of Garralt, Jerry Sneak, by Mr. Russell. Various po-
pular Songs, by Madame Vestris. MissCarew, Mr. Mathews, fedxyj
Ct)eatre &o|>aA, Co&enc#arofn.
This Eveoing the Comedy of The
School of .Reform*
Lord Avondale, Mr EGERTON,
General Tarragan, Mr BLANCHARD,
Mr Ferment, Mr JONES, Frederick, Mr BAKER
Robert Tyke, Mr RAYNER,
Farmer Tyke, Mr CHAPMAN, Peter, Mr EVANS
Timothy, Mr IWEARS, Bailiff, Mr ATKINS,-
Jailor, Mr HENRY, Thomas, Mr HEATH,
Mrs St. Clair, Mrs FAUCIT,
Julia, Miss HENRY, Mrs Ferment, Mrs G3BBS,
Mrs Nicely, Mrs DAVENPORT,
Sheiah, Mrs PEARCE,
After which the Farce of
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Mr Tilwell, Mr CHAPMAN, Charles, Mr BAKER,
Terry O'Rourke, Mr CONNOR, Doctor Flail, Mr BLANCHARD
Rosa, Miss J. SCOTT, Mary, Miss LOVE.
To conclude with the Melo Drama, of The
ter of the Alp®
Felix, Mr JONES, Rosalvi, Mr T. P. COOKE,
Florio di Rosalvi, Master BODEN, Jeronymo, I\rr MEADOWS,
Julio di Rosalvi, Master BODEN, Baptista, Mr KEELEY,
Juan, Mr PYNE, Marco, Mr EVANS, Pietro, Mr TJNNEY,
Helina di Rosalvi, Mrs FAUCIT, Genevieve, Miss HAMMERSLEV.
On Monday, The First Part of Henry the Fourth, _&e.
0^" It is respectfully suggested to our Friends to be careful, in going to the
Theatre, not to be imposed on by an imitation of this Paper
— 4 i e
Printed & Published by E. Thomas. Denmarfc-court. Kx< ^i-chancre, S*aiuL
All CommuMications raust b« post paid, and addressed as above.
Published also by C. Harris, 25, Bow Street, Covent Garden ; Chappel-l
and Son, Royal Exchange ; and may be had, by order, of all Newsmen,
THE
Baity Bills of the Play.
" Nothing extenuate nor set down aught in malice."
No. 809 Monday, July 5, 1824. Price \d,
Ccfccnt ^Barton €|)catre.
The performances of Saturday night were The School of Reform.
The Irish Tutor, and The Hunter of the Alps.
xDtutp Sane €i)eatre.
Mr. Terry played Sir Pertinax JMacsycophant , on Saturday
night, with very considerable success — The house was very thin.
Mrs. Bland's Benefit this Evening — The lovers of simple melody
who remember poor Mrs. Bland's sweet notes, and her long career of
public favor, and who consider her present situation, cannot but come
forward on her behalf to-night.
Ijapmarfect €£catre.
There was a good house and the audience appeared highly delighted.
This evening, Twelve Precisely, Sweethearts^ Wives, fyc.
€ngii£f) <©pera#ou£e*
Tins highly pleasant Summer Theatre opened for its regular season
on Saturday night. Notwithstanding the bad weather, a numerous
and genteel audience were assembled in the course of the evening.—-
The first piece was the amusing Opera of The Barber of Seville,
which afforded an opportunity for Mr. Philipps to resume his post
here after a lapse of many years. His vocal powers are at least of
an agreeable description, and altogether were very satisfactorily
displayed. The chief attraction of the evening was a pupil of his,
a Miss Harvey, a very engaging, and very young lady, who made
her debut in the difficult part of Rosina. When we say that to many
personal charms, this young debutante, united vocal skill of a superior
nature, it will not be surprising that she should be received with the
most decided marks of approbation by the whole audience. Her
lower tones are peculiarly full and deep, whilst her upper notes are
clear, and extensive. Mips Harvey has evidently been instructed with
much care, and if there is a fault to dwell upon, it is an occasional
deficiency of richness of melody in her voice, and a partial abandon-
ment of expression for execution : this she can greatly correct. She
sang the favorite air of " Mayand Uecembery' in a manner' that in-
duced the andlence to call on her for it a second, and even' a third
time; with which she complied with every demonstration becoming
of modest pleasure and grateful feeling. We consider her both on
account of her agreeable acting and voice, a considerable acquisition
to this theatre, where such vast exertions have been made this season
to gratify the public with some of our most esteemed and admirable
vocalists — A new Pantomime followed, which met a favorable reception.
Vauxhall — The Grand Gala is to be repeated to-night,
Cfcjatre llopal, Braip Eanc.
.MjRS. BLAND'S FAREWELL BENEFIT.
This Evening, Footc's Comedy of
THE OAR.
Young Wilding, Mr ELLISTON, Papillion, Mr GATTIE,
Miss Grantham, Mrs ORGER.
The following Ladies and Gentlemen have in the kindest manner given
their powerful aid to assist on this interesting occasion
In the course of the Evening,
A Duet — [Rossini] by Signor CURIONI and Signor Remorini.
A Pas de Trois, by Mile. Julia AUMER, Mlle.IDALISE, & M. LE BLONDE
A Pas de Deux, by Monsieur and Madame RONZI VESTRI8,
A Pas de Trois, by Mile. NOBLET, Mile. LE GROS, & Mons. FERDINAND
[By Premission of the Proprietors of the King's Theatre]
Madame VESTRIS will sing a favourite Song, [by Permission of the
Proprietors of the Theatre Royal, Haymarket.]
44 Home, Sweet Home I" by Miss CAREW.
*• Kitty Clover," by Mr KNIGHT, •« The Almanack Maker," MrHARLEY,
A Pas de Deux, by Mr and Mrs OSCAR BYRNE.
After which, the Farce of
Monsieur Tonson.
Tom King, Mr BROWNE, Jack Ardourlv, Mr MERCER,
Monsieur Morbleu, Mr. MATHEWS,
{Who has most kindly offered to lend his assistance on this occasion)
Mr Thompson, Mr THOMPSON, Nap, Mr G. SMITH,
Rusty, Mr YARNOLD, Useful, Mr \V. II. WILLIAMS,
Adolphine de Conrcv. otherwise Miss Thompson, Miss SMITHSON,
Mad. Bellegarde, Mrs MARLOWE, Mrs Thompson, Mrs KNIGHT,
" London Volunteer Field Day and S'bam Fight,"
" London's the City for the Fancy and its Frolicings." by Mr MATHEWS.
To conclude with the Farce of The
Mayor of Garratt.
Mayor Sturgeon, Mr DOWTON, Jerry Sneak, Mr RUSSELL,
(Being his First and only appparrncc these Three Years)
Mrs Sneak, Mrs HARLOWE,
To-morrow, The Way to Get Married, fyc
theatre &oj>al. Cotient £aio*n.
This Evening will be performed (he FIIIS T PART OF
King Henry the 4th.
Hotspur, Mr BENNETT,
Kim? Henry the 4th. Mr EfttiRTON, Prince of Wales. Mr COOPER,
Piince John of Lancaster. Mr HENRY, Sheriff, Mr LEY,
Earl of Westmoreland, Mr BAKER. Sir Walter Blunt. Mr CONNOR,
Earl of Douglas, Mr T. P. COOKE, Poins, Mr FARLEY,
Earl of Worcester, Mr CHAPMAN, Bardolph, Mr ATKINS,
Earl of Northumberland, Mr EVANS, Francis, Mr BLANCHARD
Sir John FalstatT, Mr C. KEMBLE,
Sir Richard Vernon, Mr ABBOTT, Carriers, Mess Mbadows& Krelkv
GadshM, MrMEARS, Peto, Mr NORRIS, Raby, Mr HEATH,
Lady Percy, Miss F. H. KELLY, Hostess, Mrs DAVENPORT,
To conclude with the Melo-drama of
The Forty Thieves.
Cassim Baba, (the rich Merchant) Mr ATKINS,
Ati Baba, (a poor Woodcutter) Mr. BLANCHARD.j
Mustapha, (the Comer) Mr MEADOWS, Ganem, Mr DURU8ET,
Abdalla, fCaptain of the Robbers) Mr BAKER,
Hassarac, (his Lieutenant) Mr EGfcRTON, Selim, Mr RYALS,
Kobbert, Messrs Norris, George, Guichard, Mears, &c.
Ocroband, (Protector of the Robbers) Mr EVENS,
First Robber, Mr MEARS, Second Robber, Mr LEY,
Fair? of the Grotto, Miss BODEN, Gossamer, Miss R. BODEN,
Sylph, Miss H. BODEN, Cogia Baba. Miss BEAUMONT,
Zaida, Mrs PEARCE, Zelie, Miss HENRY,
Morgiana, Mrs. VINING.
To-morrow, for the Benefit of Mr. COOPER and Mr. RAYNER",
Town and Countiy, The Irish Widow, and Ella Rosenberg.
Bnir.iiTON Theatre — Every preparation is making for the opening of this
elegant little Theatre by the indefatigable Russiu.l : the season commences in
about a fortnight, and if he pursues the same liberal course as last year, thore
is no fear of a repetition of that support he has so many years deservedly re-
ceived from the public — his mode of management is peculiar, but is distin-
guished for its correctness and spirit, and if the high patronage theTheutre has
received since under his direction, is any criterion of good management, Mr.
RU8S8LL has been more than usually fortunate — his exertions to promote the
interests of the profession generally, and in gratifying the pleasures of the
public, have always been known to be great as to reader any further comment
from us unnecessary — his company aie of no ordinary kind — in hit seleetiou of
some of the most favorite actors on the London boards, he has gone upon an
extensive plan, many having been engaged on very liberal salaries. The Mr.
Baurv, from whose superior acting a short timesinceat Windsor, we were in-
duced to notice, is amongst the list already engaged : we heartily wish bira
every success. We hear the. Races commence in about a fortnight, at which
His Majesty iutends being present each day.
Cfjf atrel%oj>al Cnglish ^peia^ouse .
. This Evening the Opern, of The
Barber of Seville.
Count Almaviva, Mr PHILIPPS,
(From Duhtin) his 2nd appearance at this Theatre these Eleven Years, in
which Character he will introduce the following Songs, Duet, &c.
SERENADE, (Mozart)— the Words and Arrangement by J. A. Wade, Esq,
*.* The Soldier's Bride," an Irish Melody, arranged by Mr. Philipps,
44 POMPOSO," a Mock Italian Scena, (Dibdin) A New Rondeau, (Philipps)
Duet, (Fioraranti) H The Singing Lesson," with the Young Lady who
performs Ftosina.
Doctor Bartolo, Mr BARTLEY, Figaro. Mr W. CHAPMAN,
Fiorcllo, Mr BROADHURST, Argus, Mr SALTER,
Basil, Mr J. ISAACS, (from the Theatre Royal, Covent Garden)
Notary, Mr MINTON, Officer, Mr H. PHILLIPS,
Tallboy, Mr TAYLEURE, (from the Theatre Royal, Haymarket.)
Rosina, Miss HARVEY,
(Pupil of Mr. Philipps, being her 2nd appearance in London.)
Marccllina, Miss HOLDAWAY.
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After which, (2nd time) a new Grand Pantomime, called
The Monkey Island
Ory Harlequin and the Loadstone Rock.
NATIVES.
Ourang Outans:, (Sovereign of Monkey Island^) Mr J. COOPER,
Puckercheeks, (Prime Minister, afterwards Pantaloon) Mr BARNES,
General Jackoo, (afterwards Clown) Mr J. S. GKIMALDI,
[By Permission of the Proprietors of The Theatre Royal, Covent Garden]
Courtiers, Subjects, Guards, b> a numerous Train of Apes, Baboons, Monkeys
FOREIGNERS.
Aziin, (a Persian Mariner, afterwards Harlequin) Mr ELLAR,
Dinarzade- (a Female Mountaneer, botrothed to Aeim. but kidnapped
by the Wild Men, afterwards Columbine) Miss ROMER,
[Also from the Theatre Royal Covent Garden— their 2nd Appearance here]
IMMORTALS.
The Fairy Pari Ronou, Miss BODtfN, Trunkulo, [Boatman] Mr SHAW,
SCENERY.
1. — The Loadstone Rock — Storm and Shipwreck, (Wilson) 2. — Romantic
Landscape on Monkey Island, (Coyle) 3. — Cocoa Nut Grove, (Wilson) Court
of the King of Monkey Island. 4. — Broadstairs, (Wilson) 5. — Interior of an
Inn, — 0. Pawnbroker's Shop, [Pitt]— 7. Sea View. 9. Lodging House and
Doctor's Shop. — 9. Inside of Doctor's House. — 10. Wood. — H. Landscape, — 12
Magoificient Fairy Palace. [Walker]
To-morrow, Military Tactics, Tom Thumb, &c.
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" SDmrp Sane CgeAtte*
The performances of last night, our readers are aware, were de-
voted to the purpose of Mrs. Bland's last Benefit ; and we arc most
happy to say it was one which will yield her some resource in the mo-
ment of her difficulties. Short may they be, and speedy her complete
recovery to enjoy the protection of that public she has so often de-
lighted.
Calient 4Bartien 3Tf)catre.
Mr. C. Kemble, who had been for some time on a provincial pro-
fessional tour, is returned to town, and appeared last night in the
character of Falstaff, in the First Part of King Henry the Fourth,
to which he gives so much humorous point. Mr. Bennett acted
Hotspur with considerable effect. The other characters were well
supported.
Mr. Coor/ER and Mr. Rayner, who arc both highly popular per-
formers, have their joint Benefit to-night. The King, we understand,
has graciously given up the Royal Box for the use of the Mexican
Envoy, who is to be present. A great house is expected.
€nglt#f) €>pera^ouj£e*
Miss Harvey again experienced the most favorable reception in
the part of Rosina ; if her artificial acquirements only equal her na-
tural powers, Miss Tree, and even Miss Paton, may tremble for
their laurels. The Monkey Island went off very well.
I^apmarftct €$mtt.
There was an excellent attendance here last night. — The perform-
ances of this evening are Exchange no Robbery, Love Laughs at
Locksmiths, and Two Strings to your Bow.
Mr. Harris has disposed of the new Theatre Royal, on a lease of
five years, at the annual sum of £5000 British. An English company
are the lessees, and Mr. Abbott, of Covcnt-garden, is to be at the
head of the management. — Dublin Paper.
It is said the orders by which the officers of the 10th. Hussars were
prohibited from attending the theatres have been rescinded, and that
three of the corps wern permitted to attend on trial. — Ibid.
Mrs. Kemble intends to defray the additional expenses, beyond the amount
of the subscription, of the Monument intended to be placed in Westminster
Abbey, to commemorate her late husband. The Monument will consist of a
whole length of the great actor in Roman costume, and Cato is judiciously se-
lected as the character. The execution of it is consigned to Flaxman, who
was a very particular friend of Mr. Kbmdle.
Sadler's Wells.— There was a change of pieces here last night, which was
well received by a genteel and numerons audience.
Cfjeatve HopI, Bring fflLan
This Evening, tho Comedy of The
arried.
Tangent, Mr ELLI8TON, Toby Allspice, Mr DOWTON,
Capt. Faulkner, Mr ARCHER, Dick Dashall, Mr BROWNE,
Caustic, Mr TERRY, M 'Query, Mr GATTIE,
Landlord, MrYarnold, Shopman, Mr Hughes, Ned, Mr Harro!d,
Jeoffry, Mr Webster, Jailor, Mr W. H. Williams,
Julia Faulkner, Mrs W. WEST, Clementina Allspice, Mrs ORGER,
Lady Sorrell, Mis HARLOWE, Fanny, Miss CARR,
After which the Ballet of The
iSp&ulSIl xmu
Fabric, Mr O. BYRNE, Vincetto, Mr NOBLE,
Signor Dom Porapeio, Mr BLANCHARD,
Don Alvaro, Mr Webster, Andre" Perez, Mr Howell,
Constantia, Mrs O. BYRNE, Laura, Mrs NOBLE,
To conclude with, a $ev? Melo-Draaia, «a]led^
■ante,
General Wilford, Mr POWELL, Kenmure, Mr PENLEY,
Farmer Enfield, Mr KNIGHT, Edward Enfield, Mr A RCKER,
Donald, Mr BHERWIN, Malcolm, Mr BROWNE,
Lindley, Mr G. SMITH, Evan, Mr WEBSTER, Gabriel, Mr POVEY
Derncleugh, Mr HARROLD, Allen, Mr HONNOR,
Steenic, Mr READ, Gelletley, Mr RANDALL,
Serjeant, Mr HOWELL, Peter, Mr SHERIFF,
Mrs Enfield, Mrs HARLOWE, Ellen Enfield, Miss 3. BOOTH,
Janet, Mrs WILLMOTT, Jessy, Miss CARR,
To-morrow, Every One has his Fault, Mr Brandon's Night.
{IxhTbitions
Mr. Gross's Grand Collection of Wild Beasts — Exeter-iChange, Strand.
Naturorama— Consisting of 17 Interesting- Views ; among whieh the House
of Joan of Are, is remarkably well imitated and executed — S3, iSew Bond
Street, corner of Conduit Street.
Miss Linttood's celebiated Pictures in Needle- Work — Lelaester-square.
Marshall's Perestriphie Panorama ©f the Battles of Ligny, les Quatre Bras
and Waterloo: every day and eveaiB?, accompanied by a full military band —
Spring1 Gardens.
F»nn4s Fancy Glass-working Exhibition, In Miniature. Displaying the
■whole Art of Modelling, Blowirur, and Working— 161, Strand.
Diorama — Consisting of a View of the interior of Trinity Chapel, m the
Cathedral of Canterbury : and a View of the Valley of Somen, in Switzer-
land—Bfctranee of Regent's Park, by Portland Place.
Mr. Bollock's Exhibitions of Ancient and Modern Mexico, presenting a
unique, rare, and interesting collection of Curior.ities, and a Panoramic
View of the Gity of Mexico — Egyptian Hall, Piccadilly.
Cljeatre &opal, Cotscnt <@artaen.
r.i'iw* nwrur"i"i — r i" riTTiiTmfiff,Tj',i .TrrTrn
FOR THE BENEFIT OF
Mr. COOPER and Mr. RAYNER.
This Evening, the Comedy of
"own arid Country.
Rev, O. Glenroy, Mr CHAPMAN,
Capt. Glenroy; Mr BAKER, Cosev, MrFAWCETT,
Reuben Glenrov, Mr COOLER,
Plastick, Mr BENNETT, Robin, Mr ATKINS,
Jackv Hawbuck, Mr RAYNER, Stiit, Mr Horrebow,
Trot, Mr BLANCHARD, Williams, Mr LEY,
Ross, MrCLAREMONT, Dwindle, Mr HENRY,
Armstrong, Mr EVANS,
Hon. Mrs Glenroy, (for this night onlvl Miss LACY,
Rosalie Somers, (first time) Miss CHESTER,
Mrs Moreen, Mrs DAVENPORT,
Taffline, Ovitli a Song-; Miss BEAUMONT,
Mrs Trot, Mrs Gibbs, Goojy Hawbuck,, Mrs Pjearce,
In the course of the Evening1, Mr RAYNER will Sing
" Jl ncw/tj arranged Medlevy
And a New Song (written expressly for him by T. Hudson) entitled
" The Age of Invention : or London Improvements."
After which, (compressed into one act) the Farce of
The Irish Widow,
Kecksey, Mr W. FARREN, Bates, Mr CHAPMAN,
Sir Patrick O'Neale, Mr CONNOR,
Thomas, Mr BARNES, Nephew, Mr BAKER,
The Widow Brady, by A LADY, (her 1st appearance on any Htage)
To conclude with the Melo-drama of
osenberg
•
The Elector, Mr EGERTON, Cob Mouutford, Mr BAKER,
Rosenberg, Mr COOPER, Storm, Mr RAYNER,
Flutterman, Mr MEADOWS, Officer, Mr MEARS, Soldier, Mr LEY,
Stephen, Mr EVANS, Messenger, Mr HEATH,
Commander of the Guaid, Mr HORKEBOW, Conrad, Mr HENRY,
Ella Rosenburg, Miss LACY,
Christina, Miss BEAUMONT, Mrs Flutterman, Mrs PEARCE,
To-morrow, All in the Wrong, with The Forest of Bondy.
Cfje atreH&opal Cngltsl) &pera«$ou0e.
This Evening, (1st time) an Operetta in 1 Act, called
Military Tactics*
The Airs selected, and the Aecompainments arranged by Mi Reeve,
The Characters by Mr BARTLEV, Mr POWER,
Mr PEARMAN, Mr WRENCH, Mr BOWMAN,
Bliss POVEY.
After which, the Burletta of
THUM
King Arthur, Mr W. CHAPMAN, Lord Grizzle, Mr TAYLEUR E,
Noodle, Mr SALTER, Doodle, Mr GROVK,
Merlin, Mr MINTON, Ghost of Gaffer Thumb, Mr J. ISAACS,
Tom Thumb, Master BURKE, Previous to which he will perform on
the Violin The Popular Air of " ROBIN ADAIR," with Variations.
Queen Dollalolla, Miss POVEY, Glumdalca, Mr LODGE,
Princess Hunamunca, Miss HOLDAWAY,
Frizalette, Mrs BRYAN, Plumantc, Miss BODEN,
After which, (3rd time) a new Grand Pantomime, called
The Monkey Island
O/*, Harlequin and the Loadstone Rock.
NATIVES.
Ourang Outang, (Sovereign of Monkey IslandJ Mr J. COOPER,
Pttckereheeks, (Prime Minister, afterwards Pantaloon) Mr BARNES,
General Jackoo, (afterwards Clown) Mr J. S. GRIMALDI,
Courtiers, Subjects, Guarde, b> a numerous Train of Apes, Baboons, Monkeys
FOREIGNERS.
Axiin, (a Persian Mariner, afterwards Harlequin) Mr ELLAR,
Dinarzade. (a Female Mountaneer, botrothed to Azim, but kidnapped
by the Wild Men, afterwards Columbine) Miss ROMER,
IMMORTALS.
The Fairy Pari Ronou, Miss BOD UN, Trunkulo, [Boatman] Mr SHAW,
SCENERY.
1, — The Loadstone Rock — Storm and Shipwreck, (Wilson) 9,. — Romantic
Landscape on Monkey Island, (Coyle) 3. — Cocoa Nut Grove, (Wilson) Court
of the King of Monkey Island. 4. — Broadstairs, (Wilson) 5. — Interior of au
Inn, — 6. Pawnbroker's Shop, [Pitt]— 7. Sea View. 8. Lodging House and
Doctor'i Shop. — 9. Inside of Doctor's House. — 10. Wood. — fit* Landscape, — 12
>Iagcifieient Fairy Palace. [Walker]
To-morrow, The Barber of Seville, with the Pantomime.
Printed & Published byE. TnoM\s, Denmatfk-eourt. Kx<>fer-chan«re, Strand*
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' ~~ cWciir^articn Cijeatre .
Mb. Cooper, Mr. Uayner, and Miss Lacy, took a joint Benefit
here last night, and received the support of a numerous body of
friends, and admirers of their talents. Miss Lacy appeared as the
Hon. Mrs. Qlcnroy, and also as Ella Rosenberg, which she acted
most interestingly. Mr. Cooper, in the Comedy of Town and Coun-
try, acted Reuben Glenroy, a part to which he communicated an
effect that did not diminish the estimate formed of his powers. Mr.
Ravner, in the same pieco, acted Jacky Hawbuck with all his usual
felicity of rustic style. The Farce of The Irish Widow presented us
with the debut of " A Lady/' as the Widow Brady. This was a
very pleasing and successful first appearance. In person and coun-
tenance, tone, and manner, there was every thing to admire. She
must certainly be seen again in the character.
£>rurp flane €f)eatrk
Tub Way to Get Married was agreeably acted here laat night. In
the melo-drama of The Falls of Clyde, Miss S. Booth played Ellen
Enfield in a most interesting manner.
<£ngli$) <£>peca^ott£e«
Thb pleasant French piece, from which Match-Making was taken,
and was acted so successfully last season at the Haymarket, has
afforded us an agreeable Operetta under the title of " Military Tac-
tics."— It amused, from being weli acted. A newly arranged song of
Mr. Pearman's, was encored. It was announced for Thursday next
without the slightest disapprobation. Tom Thamh, and Monkey
Island, followed, and amused much. Master Burke, aged five years,
astonished by his performance on the Violin.
^apmarftct €fjcatr&
Love Laughs at Locksmiths, was last night followed by Exchange
no Robbery, in which Mr. W. Farren appeared for the first time as
Sir Christopher Cranberry, and acted it with an effect that produced
much laughter and applause. Mr. Liston, as Sam Swipes, almost
killed sundry persons, whose "lungs did cruw like chanticleer." Mr.
W. West played Lamotte very humorously, and Mrs. ChAttbrlby
and Mr. Vining received much applause. Mrs. Gibbs was prevented
by her engagements at Covcnt Garden from taking her part of Mrs.
Swipes, Mrs. Jones filled it very well. Two Strings to your Bow,
gave us Madame Vestrts. who delighted with her charming voice and
fascinating acting. — This evening, Seeing is Believing, Sweethearts
and Wives, and Two Strings to your Bote.
Cijeatre ilopU CoUeiit #arD?u.
i i
This Evening, the Comedy of
All in t lie Wrofi
Sir John Restless, Mr JONES,
Mr Blandford, Mr CHAPMAN, Robert, Mr EVANS,
Sir William Belmont, Mr EGERTON,
Mr Belmont, Mr BAKER, James, Mr HENRY,
Beverlv, Mr C KEMBLE,
Brush, Mr HORREBOW, Thomas, Mr HEATH,
Lady Restless, Miss CHESTER,
Clarissa, Miss JONES, Tattle, Mrs VJNING,
Belinda, Mrs CHATTERLEY.
Tippet, Mrs BOYLE, Marmalet, Miss HENRY.
To conclude with the Melo-drama of
The Forest of Boiidy*
Colonel Gontram, Mr CHAPMAN,
Captain Anbri, Mr BAKER, Blaise, Mr MEADOWS,
Lieutenant Macaire, Mr FARLEY,
The Seneschal of Bondy, Mr EGERTON,
Florio, [a Dumb Orphan] Mrs VINING,
Lieutenant Landry, Mr CONNOR,
Dame Gertrude, Mrs. DAVENPORT.
Lucille, Miss LOVE,
In Act I. A PASTORAL BALLET.
To-morrow, The Clandestine Marriage, with High Life below Stairs,
and a Masquerade, for the Benefit of Mr FARLEY.
EXHIBITIONS
Mr. Cross's Grand Collection of Wild Beasts— Exeter-'Change, Strand.
Naturorama— Consisting of 17 interesting Views ; among which the House
of Joan of Arc, is remarkably well imitated and executed — S3, New Bond
Street, corner of Conduit Street.
Miss Linwood's celebrated Pictures in Needle- Work — Leicester-square.
Marshall's Perestriphic Panorama of the Battles of Ligny, les Quatre Bras
and Waterloo: every day and evening, accompanied by a full military band —
Spring Gardens.
F»nn,8 Fancy Glass-working Exhibition, in Miniature. Displaying the
whole Art of Modelling, Blowing, and Working— 161, Strand.
Diorama — Consisting of a View of the interior of Trinity Chapel, in the
Cathedral of Canterbury : and a View of the Valley of Sarnen, in Switzer-
land— Entrance ofRegent's Park, by Portland Place.
Mr. Bullock's Exhibitions of Ancient and Modern Mexico, presenting a
unique, rare, and Interesting collection of Curiosities, and a Panoramic
Viav of the City of Mexico — Egyptiau Hall, Piccadilly.
CJjeatre iloyal, Smip 2.atu.
—II Ml II III ■■■!■ WIIIHK l«f
For (he Benefit of MrTj. BRANDON,
Super intendant of the Private 8f Family Boomm*
This Evening, the Comedy of
Every One has his Fault.
Lord Norland, Mr POWELL,
Solus, Mr DOWTON, Placid, Mr BROWNE,
Mr Irwin, Mr ARCHER.
Sir Robert Brambte. Mr ELLISTON,
Harmony, Mr TERRY, William, Mr HARTLEY,
Robert, Mr Harrold, Edward, Miss Willmott,
Sam, Mr Honnor, John, Mr Povey,
Hammond, Mr Webster, Waiter, Mr Randall,
Lady Elinor Irwin, Mrs W. WEST,
Mrs Placid, Mrs Orger, Miss Spinster, Mrs Harlowe,
Miss Wooburn, Miss SMITHSON.
End of the Play,
Manager Strutt was Four Feet High by Mr HARLEY.
In the course of the Evening.
Comic Song, V6 Polly Glover" by Mr KNIGHT.
After which the Ballet of The
Spanish Gallants,
Fabrio, Mr O.BYRNE, Vincetro, Mr NOBLE,
Constants, Mrs O. BYRNE, Laura, Mrs NOBLE.
To conclude with the Farce of
WHAT NEXT.
Col. Touchwood, Mr DOWTON, Major Touchwood, Mr HARLEY
Mordauut, Mr MERGER, Colonel Clifford, Mr PENL'EY,
Sharp, Mr KNIGHT, Brief, Mr HUGHES, Snaggs, Mr GATTIE,
Mrs Prudence, Mrs HARLOWE,
Sophia, Miss CARR, Clarissa, Mrs ORGER.
To-morrow, The Man of The World, with Singing by Mad. Catalani.
VAUXHALL. — The astonishing French Juggler, and his Poodle
Dog, will repeat their performances this evening.
Chratre ftopal Cngltsl; €>pera*|=*ou0e.
Tty» Evening tli« Opera »f The
Barber of Seville.
Count Almawa, Mr PHILIPPS,
In which Character he will introduce the following Songs, Duet, &e.
SERENADE, (Mozart)— the Words and Arrangement by J. A. Wide, Esq.
44 The Soldier's Bride," an Irish Melody, arranged by Mr. Philipps.
44 POMPOSO," a Mock Italian Scena. (Dibdin) A NewRondeas, (Philipps)
Duet, (Fioravanti) 4i The Singing Lesson," with the Young Lady who
performs llotiim.
Doctor Bartolo, Mr HARTLEY, Figaro, Mr W. CHAPMAN,
Fiorello, Mr BKOADHURST, Argus, Mr SALTER,
Basil, Mr J. ISAACS, (from the Theatre Royal, Corent Garden)
Notary, Mr MINTON, Officer, Mr H. PHILLIPS,
Tallboy, Mr TAYLEURE, (from the Theatre Royal, Haymarket )
Uosina, Miis HARVET,
Marcellioa, Miw IJOLDAWAY.
After which,
THE INFANT PHENOMENON
will perform oil the Violin " ROBIN ADAIR/' with Variations,
and sing, in Character, " THE QUACK DOCTOR."
After whiei, (4th time) a new Grand Pantomime, tailed
The Monkey Island ;
Or, Harlequin and the Loadstone Rock.
NATIVES.
Onrang Outang, (Sovereign of Monkey Island^ Mr J. COOPER,
Poekereheek», (Prime Minister, afterwards Pantaloon) Mr BARNES,
General Jackoo, (afterwards Clown) Mr J. S. GRIMALDI,
Eonrtlers, Subjects, Guards,, b* a numerous Traiii of A poi, Baboons, Monkeys
FOREIGNERS.^
A Mm, (a Persian Mariner, afterwards Harlequin) Mr ELLAR,
Dinarzade. (a Female Mountaneer, botrothed to Aiim, but kidnapped
by the Wild Men, afterwards Columbine) Miss ROMftR,
IMMORTALS.
The Fairy Pari Ronou, Miss BOD EN, Trunkulo, [Boatman] Mr SHAW,
SCENERY.
1.— The Loadstone Rock— Storm and Shipwreck, (Wilson) «.— Romantic
Landscape on Monkey Island, (Coyle) 3— Cocoa Nut Grove. (Wilson) Court
of the Kincr of Monkey Island. 4.—Broad3tairs, (Wilson) 5.— Interior of an
Inn,— 6. Pawnbroker*! Shop, [Pitt]— 7. Sea View. 6. Lodging House .and
Doctor's Shop.—9. Inside of Doctor's House.— 10. Wood.— U. Landscape,— 18
MagciMent Fairy Palaee. [Walker] __-«_^__
To-morrow, The Maid and the Magpie, Annette, Miss Kelly. &c.
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*m
€ot) cut <*3ar&en SEfteatre.
That amusing Comedy, All in the Wrong, was admirably acted
here last night. Mr. C. Kemble, Mr. Jones, Miss Chester, Mrs.
Chattbrley, &c. &c. distinguished themselves much, and received
the most marked approbation from a genteel audience, amongst whom
were the Duke and Duchess of Glotjchbster. — The house was thin.
<£s!gligl) <©pera^ouge*
The repetition of The Barber of Seville, at this house last night,
was attended with as much success as on the former occasions, and
Miss Harvey appeared to equal advantage. She is a very pleasing
actress, as well as a superior vocalist, and there cannot be a doubt,
but that in time, and under an able instructor, she will become every
thing that could be wished for in an accomplished singer and perform-
er. She possesses a perfect command of herself, and appears to have
a lively perception, therefore her progress up the steeps of professional
fame may be considered certain, and perhaps rapid if she devotes
herself with ardour to the profession she has so auspiciously entered
upon. Mr. Philips is said to have had her under his tuition but a
short time, and if so, does his skill and assiduity great credit. She
executed all her songs with effect, and particularly that of the singing
duet j and also " May and December/' which were encored.
Miss Kelly we are most happy to learn, is greatly recovered from
her serious indisposition, and will be able to appear here in some of
her favorite characters, She makes her debut of the season in the in-
teresting part of Annette, in The Maid and the Magpie this evening.
Jjjajtmarfict 3£$catre»
The performances of this Theatre continue their attraction. —
Acted to-night, She Stoops to Conquer, Mrs. Smith, Si Simpson fy Co.
Every part of the Theatre was last night crowded.
SDrutp Sane <Eljcatre.
Mr. James Brandon had a Benefit here last night, which was at-
tended by a numerous and respectable audience,
A boy named Cressmith, has been playing Richard the Third at
the Cobourg. The Morning Post critic says, " he could not be heard ;
however, his action was not lost to our sight, in which we saw several
new and happy hits !
The report of Mrs, Edwin having quitted the stage, is, we under-
stand, without foundation She is to appear at Covent Garden Thea-
tre to-morrow evening, in the character of Charlotte Rusport, yi the
West Indian, for the Benefit of Mr. T P. Cooke and Mr. Connor.
theatre Eopl, Cotient Garten .
MR. FA RLE Y TS TnIG I1T.
This Evening, the. Comedy of The
Clandestine Marriage*
Lord Ogleby, Mr W. FAUREN, Sterling, Mr FAWCETT.
Sir John Melville, Mr BAKER, Serjeant Flower, Mr CLAREMONT,
Lovewell, Mr COOPER, Canton, Mr FARLEY,
Brush, Mr JONES, Truman, Mr MEARS, John, Mr HEATH,
Mrs Heidelberg, Mrs DAVENPORT,
Miss Sterling, Mrs GTBBS, Fanny, Miss JONES,
Master MINASI, aged NINE YEARS, (who was received with great
applause on Miss i\T. Tree's night) will perform
"GOD SAVE THE KING/' with DROUET's variations.
To which will be added, the Furce of
High Life Below Stairs
Lovel, Mr FARLEY, Freeman, Mr BAKER, Robert, Mr MEARS,
Sir Harry, Mr JONES,
Coachman, Mr ATKINS, Lord Duke, Mr KEELEY,
Kitty, Mrs GIBBS,
In Act II. a Mock Minuet by Mr KEELEY, & Mrs GIBBS,
After which, Mr Farley will have the honour of giving
A MASQUERADE,
To the London Performers of all the London Theatres,
Mons. DUCROW will go through
Several Feats of a Novel Performance.
Scene I. — The Hall of the Theatre — the Masks arriviug ; and ludi-
crous incidents on their arrival. — Scene II. — The Masquerade Scene.
Warwickshire Lads/ (as Ballad SingersJ Mess, Keeley & Evans.
Dance from Tom & Jerry — by the original Dasty Bob & African Sail.
Grande Scene Polichinelle en Angteterre,
on Stilts Six Feet High,— Cord Volante. Mr Ducrow's
PIGMY HORSE is to appear, it will go through wonderful Feats.
Mr JOHN REEVE will sing his Mock Bravura
"FIRST FID DE GRACE EXTRAORDINAIRE."
The whole to conclude with Mr Ducrow's
STAG, ACTEON, which will appear on a
PIEDESTAL FLAMBOYANT, amidst a burst of Real Fire, Sfc.
To-morrow, The West Indian, with Yard Arm and Yard Aim, and
Presumption ! for the Benefit of Mr T. P. COOKE, & Mr CONNOR,
Cf)iattt llopat, 2hmj> i.aiu.
This Evening, the Comedy of The
Man of the World.
Lord Lunibercoiirt, Mr GATTIE,
Sir Pertinax Maesycophant, Mr TERRY,
Egerton, Mr ELLIS TON, Sidney, Mr PENLEY,
Counsellor Plausible, Mr HUGHES,
John, Mr WEBSTER, Tomlins, Mr HARROLD,
Serjeant Eiilierside, Mr YARNOLD,
Lady Rodolplia Lumbercourt, Miss S. BOOTH,
Lady Macsvcophant, Mrs KNIGHT,
Betty Hint, Mrs ORGER, Nanny, Miss CARR,
Constantia, Miss SMITHSON,
Jn the course of the Evening, Madame CATALAN1 will Sing,
Grand Scena ed Aria, " Delia Tromba" (Portogallo)
" Cease your Funning'' New variations of " La Biondina in
Oondolctta," (Paer) and two Verses of " RULE BRITAXfiW
To coHclude with a aew Melo-Drama, called,
The Revolt of the Greeks.
The Characters bv Mr PENLEY, Mr ARCHER. Mr BROWNE,
Mr HARROLD, Mr BLANCH ARO, Mr HOWELL,
Mr KNIGHT. Mr YOUNGE,
Mr MERCER, Mr G. SMITH, Mi WEBSTER.
Miss S. BOOTH, Miss SMITHSON. and Mrs ORGER.
In Act II.— A GRAND BALLET.
Bv Mr & Mis OSCAR BYRNE, Mr & Mrs NOBLE-
To-morrow, The Liar, with Modern Antiques. &c.
""" EXHIBITIONS
Mr. Cross's Grand Collection of Wild Beasts — Exeter-'Change, Strand.
Natuhorama— Consisting of 17 interesting Views ; among wnich the House
of Joan of Arc, is remarkably well imitated and executed — £3, Mew Bond
Street, corner of Conduit Street.
Mviisicall's Perftsh-iphic Panorama of the Battles of T.igny, les Quatre Bras
and Waterloo: every day and eveuinjr, aoeoispaaied bv a full military band —
Spring Gardens.
FsNN^s Fancy Glass-working Exhibition, in Miniature. Displaying the
whole Art of Modelling, Blowing, and Working— 161, Strand.
Diorama — Consisting of a View of the interior of Trinity Chapel, in the
Cathedral of Canterbury : and a View of the Vdlley of Sarnen% in Switzer-
, land — Entrance ofRegent's Park, by Portland Place.
Mr. Bullock's Exhibitions of Ancient and Modern Mexico, presenting a
unique, rare, and Interesting collection or Curiosities, and a I'anoramie
View of the City o* Mexico — Egyptian Hall, Piccadilly. *
%\jt atre'&ojuil Cngltsl) €>pera^ouse*
This Evening a new Burletta, entitled
Military Tactics.
The Principal Characters by
Mr. BARTLEY, Mr POWER, *Mr PEARMAN,
Mr WRENCH, Mr BOWMAN,
Miss POVEY.
After which, the Melo-drama of
The Maid & Magpie.
Gerard, Mr HARTLEY, The Justice, Mr GROVE,
Everatd, Mr C. F. YOUNG, {from America, his fir et appearance)
Franccenr, Mr PERKINS, (his first appearance)
Blaisot, (first time) Mr POWER, Bertrand, Mr SALTER,
Isaac, Mr T. P. COOKE,
Deunis, Mr Minton, Durutete, Mr Cooper, Sentinel, Mr. Sanders,
Annette, Miss KELLY,
(Being her first performance of that Character for five years)
Mrs Geraid, Mrs TAYLEURE.
After which,
MASTER BURKE, the INFANT PRiENOJUENON,
Will perform- on the Violin and sing" THE QUACK DOCTOR."
After Trhieh, (4th time) a new Grand Pantomime, tailed
le Monkey Island ;
Oarang Outang, (Sovereign of Monkey Island J Mr J. COOPER,
Puekereheeks, (Prime Minister, afterwards Pantaloon) Mr BARNES,
General Jackoo, (afterwards Clown) Mr J. S. GRIMALDI,
Courtiers, Subjects, Guards, tn a numerous Train of Apes, Baboons, Monkeys
FOREIGNERS.
Azim, (a Persian Mariner, afterwards Harlequin) Mr ELLAR,
Dinarzade. (a Female Mountaneer, botrothed to Azim, but kidnapped
by the Wild Men, afterwards Columbine) Miss ROMER,
IMMORTALS,
The Fairy Pari Ronou, Mise BODRN, Trunkulo, [Boatman] Mr SHAW,
SCENERY.
1. — The Loadstone Rock — Storm and Shipwreck, (Wilson) 2. — Romantic
Landscape on Monkey Island, (Coyle) 3.— Cocoa Nut Grove, (Wilson) Coart
of the King of Monkey Island. 4.— Broadstairs, (Wilson) 5.— Interior of an
Inn, — 6. Pawnbroker's Shop, [Pitt]— 7. Sea View. 8. Lodging House and
Doctor's Shop. — 9. Inside of Doctor's House. — 10. Wood. — 11. Landscape, — 18
Masrcificient Fairy Palace. [Walker]
To-morrow, The Barber of Seville, with the Pantomime.
Printed & Published bv K. Tjiom \.s".*D«nmark-court. Exefer-chansre. Strand*
Al! Communications must be post paid, aud addressed as above.
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Ipaymarftct alficatrc*
Tub attraction of Mr. Liston, Mr. Cooper, Mr. W. Farhen, Mrs.
Chatterley, &c. drew an excellent house last night. — This evening.
Matrimony, Sweethearts and JFivcs, and A Year in an Hour.
bobcat 43avfecn €I]catrc.
Mr Farley had a crowded attendance last night at his Benefit. —
)Ve mentioned the other day that a new candidate for dramatie fame
made her dehut at this Theatre on Tuesday last, in the character of
the IVtdoto Brady. We had not space at that time to say much of
her, and therefore take this opportunity. Considering the difficulties
which attend a first appearance, and that on the London boards, there
is every reason to congratulate the fair debutante (who ia, we hear,
a Mrs. IVfiLLBR, and widow of an officer) on her success. Her figure
is small, but elegant, her countenance beautiful and animated : she
possesses a voice soft and clear, an articulation distinct and expressive,
and a manner vivacious,graceful,and unaffected ; to these qualifications
may be added a delightful naivete. It was on the whole an admirable
representation of the lively Widow, and the assumed part of Lieut.
O'JVeale, was supported with great spirit. — She received great and
deserved applause throughout. This lady will repeat the character
on Wednesday next, being the Farewell Benefit of that amiable
actress Miss Beaumont. — Prince Leopold -has kindlv intimated to
Miss B. that his box was at her service on the occasion. Ptlessrs. Ce\-
nor, and Cooke, have an excellent Comedy, &c. for this evening.
<gngli$) <Opcra^ou£e*
After Military Tactics, which was again favorably received,
little Master Burke played an air on the violin very cleverly for so
young a little creature. The Maid and the Magpie was then per-
formed, and introduced in the character e-f Annette, that universal
favorite Miss Kelly, for the first, time this season. Her^ acting 'was,
as it ever is, stamped with the truest understanding of her assumed
character ; aod, in this one, genuine feeling was never better pour-
trayed. She was welcomed, with all the cordiality she so highly me-
rited, by a most crowded audience. We regret to say all the other
characters of this piece were indifferently supported, except those by
Mr. Bartley, Mrs. Tayleure, and Mr. T. P. Cooke. A Mr. C. F.
Young, from America, and a Mr.PERKTNs, made their first appearance.
We must see more of them before their qualities can be fully judged of
SDrurj; Sane ftfyattt*
There was a considerable audience attracted here last night by
the various performances, amongst which the songs by Madame Ca-
talans, had a prominent place. Yet, we are told there was room in
the houbc for at Ica^t 500 Editors, and other free friends of the theatre
theatre Hogai, Cogent <§arotn.
FOR THE BENEFIT OF
Mr. CONNOR & Mr. T. P. COOKE.
This Evening, the Comedy of
The West Indian.
Mr Stockwell, Mr EGERTON, Belcour, Mr JONES,
Captain Dudley, Mr CHAPMAN, Charles Dudley, Mr BAKER,
Major O'Flaherty, ffirst time) Mr CONNOR,
Varland, Mr XV. FARREN,
Fulmer, Mr EVANS, Stukely, Mr MEARS,
Lady Rusport, Mrs DAVENPORT, Louisa Dudley, Miss JONES,
Charlotte Rusport, (for this night o»ly) Mrs EDWIN,
Mrs Fulmer, Mrs PEARCE.
At the End of the Play, by particular desire, the favourite
Song, " Say what is most dear," by Miss LOVE.
After which (as an interlude) will be presented a highly popular
Scene taken from the Farce of JVetley Abbey, called
Yard Arm & Yard Arm.
Gunnel, Mr T. P. COOKE,
M'Scrape, Mr CONNOR, Oakland, Mr BARNES,
In the course of the Interlude, an
IRISH JIG, (in character; by Mr CONNOR,
ENGLISH HORNPIPE, by Mr T. P. COOKE,
" When lucid dew-drops,'* Miss LOVE,
" A Trip to Richmond:' Mr JOHN REEVE,
After which, the Romance of
PRESUMPTION !
Frankenstein, Mr BENNETT, Clerval, Mr HORREBOW,
De Lacey, (a banished Gentleman) Mr CHAPMAN,
Felix De Lacey, (his Son) Mr DURUSET, Fritz, Mr KEELEY,
William, Master BODEN, Hammerpan, Mr EVANS,
Tanskin, Mr LEY, Gipsey, Mr TINNEY,
( ) Mr T. P. COOKE,
Elizabeth, (Sister of Frankentein) Miss BEAUMONT,
Agatha de Lacey, Miss LOVE, Safie, (Aribian Girl,) Miss BODEN
Madame Ninon, (Wife of Fritz) Miss JONES, '
To-morrow, The Inconstant, with Charles the Second,
Cf)eatre ftopal, Brutj) S.ane.
This Evening, the Comedy of
THE LIAR.
Young Wilding, Mr ELLISTON,
Papillion, Mr GATTIE, Old Wilding, Mr POWELL,
Miss Grantham, MrsORGER,
In the course of the Evening, Madame CATALAN1 will Sing,
Grand Scena ed Aria, " Delia Tromba" (Portogallo)
" Cease your Funning" New variations of " La Diondina in
Gondolctta," (Paer) and Two Verses of "RULE BRITANMJ1."
After which the Farce of
Modern Antiques
Or, the Merry Mourners.
Cockletop, Mr DOWTON, Joey, Mr KNIGHT,
Frank, Mr W. H. WILLIAMS,
Hearty, Mr YARNOLD, Napkin, Mr HOGHES,
Mrs Cockletop, Mrs HARLOWE,
Mrs Camomile, Mrs ORGER, Belinda, Miss CARR,
Flounce, Mrs IJ. HUGHES,
Nan, Miss S. BOOTH, Betty, Mrs WILLMOTT.
To conclude with & mew Molo-Drama, called,
The Falls of Clyde
General Wilford, Mr POWELL, Kenmnre, Mr PENLEY,
Farmer Enfield, Mr KNIGHT, Edward Enfield, Mr ARCHER,
Donald, Mr SHERWIN, Malcolm, Mr BROWNE,
Lindley. Mr G. SMITH, Evan, Mr WEBSTER, Gabriel, Mr POVEY
Derncleugh, Mr HARROLD, Alfca, Mr HONNOR,
Steenic, Mr READ, Gelletley, Mr RANDALL,
Serjeant, Mr HOWELL, Peter, Mr SHERIFF,
Mrs Enfield, Mrs HARLOWE, Ellen Enfield, Miss S. BOOTH,
Janet, Mrs WILLMOTT, Jessy, Miss CA RR,
To-morrow, The Hypocrite, with the Revolt of the Greeks, &c.
Printed & Published by E. Thomas. Denmark-court. E*er*r-c«anffe. Strand."
n t.i. i Communications must be post paid, aud addressed as above
Published also by C. Harris, 25, Bow Street, Covent Garden; Chappel
ana box, Royal Exchange ; and may he had, by order, of all Newsmen.
©
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mil 'x<wm ai
This Evening the Opera of The
rher of Seville.
Count Almaviva, Mr PHILIPPS,
In which Character he will Introduce the following Songs, Duet, 4c.
SERENADE, (Moznrt) — the Words and Arrangement by J. A. Wade, Esq,,
41 The Soldier's Bride," an Irish Melodv, arranged by Mr. Philipps.
M POMPOSO," a Mock Italian Scena, (Dibriin) A New Rondeau, (Philipps)
Duet, (Fioravanti) " The Singing Lesson," with Miss HARVEY.
Tallboy, Mr TAYLKURE, Basil, Mr J. ISAACS,
Doctor Bartolo, Mr BARTLEY, Figaro, Mr W. CHAPMAN,
Fiorello, Mr BROADHURST, Argus, Mr SALTER,
Notary, Mr MINTON, Officer, Mr H. PHILLIPS, ,
jRosina, Miss HARVEY, Marcellino, Miss HOLDA^VAY.
After which,
MASTER BURKE, the LNF&NT PHiEJVOJlEJVOJV,
Will perform on the Violin and sing «' THE QUACK DOCTOR.
i)
After which, (6th time) a uew Grand Pantomime, eallcd
The Monkey Island ;
Ourang Outang, (Sorweign of Monkey Island J Mr J. COOPER,
Puckeroheeks, (Prime Minister, afterwards Pantaloon) Mr BARNES,
General Jackoo, (afterwards Clown) Mr J. S. GRIMALDI,
FOREIGNERS.
Azim, (a Persian Mariner, afterwards Harlequin) Mr ELLAR,
Dinarzade. (a Female Mountaneer, botrothed to Aaim, but kidnapped
by the Wild Men, afterwards Columbine) Miss ROMER,
IMMORTALS.
The Fairy Pari Ronou, Miss ^ODEN, Trunkulo, [Boatman] Mr SHAW,
SCENERY,
1. — The Loadstone Rock — Storm and Shipwreck, (Wilson) 2 — Romantic
Landscape on Monkey Island, (Coyle) 3 — Cocoa Nut Grove, (Wilson) Court
of the King of Monkey Island. 4. — Broadstairs, (Wilson) 5. — Interior of an
Inn,— 6. Pawnbroker's Shop, [Pitt] — 7. Sea View. 8. Lodging House and
Doctor's Shop.— 9. Inside of Doctor's House. — 10. Wood. — 11. Landscape, — 12
Magcificient Fairy Palace. [Walker] . .
To-morrow, Military Tactics, with the Pantomime. &e.
<f./" ft is respectfully suggested to our Friends to be careful, iu going to the
Theatre, rret to be imposed on by an imitation of this Paper
THB
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Atf. 814 Saturday, July 10, 1824. Price \d,
- CotTcnT^artien <Ef)catre.
Mr. Connor, Mr. T. P. Cooke, and, we believe, Miss Love, had
a joint Benefit here last night. We were sotry to hear that " robbery"
and " forgery," (not murder, happily) had been committed on Mr.
Connor in respect of his tickets. — The house was' crowded to excess.
<£iigli$) <£>pcra#ou3e*
Mrss Harvey and Mr. Phllipps, were again most favorably re-
ceived in The Barber of Seville, last night — There was a good house.
An Opera, upon an extensive scale, requiring two orchestras, is to
he produced here, and has had two general rehearsals; the music by
Weber, which is very scientific and eilective ; each rehearsal has oc-
cupied six hours. Mr. Braiiam is the principal character in it, and
has paid particular attention to both rehearsals. The Overture to
the Opera is by the same composer, and the same which was per-
formed at the Oratorios last season with great applause.
^ajmiatftet 3Tljcatre*
The whole of the entertainments last night, were of a most mirth-
creating description — just such as should always be found in this fa-
vorite temple of humor. The first piece was Matrimony, in which
Mr. Vining and Mrs. Chatterley sustained with excellent effect the
characters of the imprisoned couple who are, by sympathy for a sup-
posed mutual misfortune, brought back to love and forbearance towards
each other. In that popular piece Sweethearts and Wives, Madame
Vestris, Mrs. T. Hill, Mr. Vixing, and Mr. Liston, as usual de-
lighted the audience in an extraordinary degree. The last portion of
the performance was the new Farce of A Year in an Hour, in whieh
Mr. Liston again kept up the horse-laugh he had so often before raised
as Billy Lackaday. — There was a numerous audience — This evening,
Rosina, Every One has his Fault, and Fish oat of Water,
EDrurp Hane Cljrarrc.
Madame Catalan! was here again last night. It is not adding to
her popularity, nor the interests of the Theatre, to make her uselessly
the cause of excluding the persons on the free-list.
Sadler's Well*. — This little Theatre has been well attended this
week, in consequence of the numerous attractive pieces that have
been produced. — Messrs. Lancaster, Vale, King, Miss Johnstone,
Miss Vincent, &c. acted extremely well.
Davis's Amphitheatre — The splendid spectacle of 'I he Battle of
Waterloo, with Mons. Ducrow's astonishing horsemanship, and the
melo-drama of Agamemnon, continue to draw excellent houses.
Vauxhall-— This Evening the grand Annual Juvenile Feat !
Cheatre &opl, Cofcent (tafcen.
This Evening, the Comedy of
THE INCONSTANT
Or, the Way to win Him.
Old Mirabel, Mr W. FARREN,
Durutete, Mr JONES, Petit, Mr HORREBOW,
Young Mirabel, Mr. C. KEMBLE,
Page, Master LONGHURS I\ Dugard, Mr BAKER,
Bravos, Mess T. P. COOKE, EVANS, LEY, &c.
Bizarre, Mrs CHATTERLEY,
First Lady, Mrs BOYLE, Lamorce, Mrs VINING,
Oriana, Miss JONES,
Maids, Mesdames Appleton and Barnetf.
After which, the Comedy of
Charles the Second ;
Or, the Merry Monarch.
King Charles the Second, Mr C. KEMBLE,
Lord Rochester, Mr JONES,
Captain Copp, Mr FAWCETT,
Edward, (i\\e King's Page) Mr DURUSET,
Lady Clara, Mrs FAUCIT,
Mary, (Copp's Niece) Miss HAMMERSLEY.
On Monday, Romeo and Juliet, with Presumption.
{j^$T It is respectfully suggested lo our Friends to be careful, in going to the
Theatre, not to be imposed on by an imitation of this Paper
Printed & Published by E. Thomas. Denmark-court. Exeter-change, Strand.
All Communications must be post paid, aud addressed as above.
Published also by C. Harris, 25, Bow Street, Covent Garden; Chappel
and Son, Royal Exchange ; and may be had, by order, of all Newsmen.
Cfjeatre Ecujal, Bimp Cane.
This Evening, the Comedy of
THE HYPOCRITE.
Doctor Oantwell, Mr DOWTON,
Maw-worm, Mr HARLEY, Darnlev, Mr PENLEY
Sir John Lambert, Mr POWELL,
Col Lambert, Mr BROWNE,
Seward, Mr YOUNGE, Tipstaff, Mr READ,
Servants, Mess. Sutton and Colson.
Old Lady Lambert, Mrs HARLOWE, .
Young Ladv Lambert, Mrs ORGER,
Charlotte, Mrs W. WEST.
"e>
Iii the course of the Evening,
MADAME CATALAN I
will sing hy (particular desire)
ScenaedAria, from " Semiramide," fin character)
" DI TANTI PALPITi,"
" ROBIN ADAIR" with Variations
And Two Verses of -GOD SAVE THE KING!"
To conclude with a iev Melo-Drama, called,
The Revolt of the Greeks.
The Characters bv Mr PENLEY, Mr ARCHER, Mr BROWNE,
Mr HARROLD, Mr BLANCHARD, Mr HOWELL,
Mr KNIGHT, Mr YOUNGE,
Mr MERCER, Mr G. SMITH, Mr WEBSTER,
Miss S. BOOTH, Miss SMITHSON, and Mrs ORGER.
In Act II.— A GRAND BALLET.
By Mr & Mrs OSCAR BYRNE, Mr & Mrs NOBLE
On Monday, The Review, with Monsieur Tonson, and The Milier's
Maid, for the Benefit or the Widow and Children of the late
Mr. OXBERRY.
Cfnatie Eonai digits!; #peia=^ouse .
This Evenittg the Melo-drama of
& Magpie.
Or, PfTfcldfc is //*e T/w/?
Gerard, Mr BAR TLEY, The Justice, Mr GROVE,
Francceur, Mr PERKINS, Everaid. Mr C. F. YOUNG,
Blaisot, Mr POWER, Bertrand, Mr SALTER,
Isaac, Mr T. P. COOKE,
Dennis, Mr Minion, Durutete, Mr Cooper, Sentinel, Mr. Sanders*
Annette, Miss KELLY,
Mrs Geraid, Mrs TAYLEURE.
After wl;ich, a new Burlctta, entitled
.cttcs.
The Principal Characters by
Mr. BARTLKY, Mr POWER. Mr PEARMAN
Mr WRENCH, Mr BOWMAN,
Miss POVEY.
After which,
MASTER BURKE, the IJVFjlNT PMEAOMEJWN,
Will perform on tjie Violin and sing " PADDY O'RAFFERTY.'3
To conclude with a new Grand Pantomime, ©ailed
e Monkey Island ;
Oarang Outang, (Sovereign of Monkey Island J Mr J. COOPER,
Puckercheeks, (Prime Minister, afterwards Pantaloon) Mr BARNES,
General Jaekoo, (afterwards Clown) Mr J. S. GRIMALDI,
FOREIGNERS.
Azim, (a Persian Mariner, afterwards Harlequin) Mr ELLAR,
Dinarzade. (a Female Mountaneer, hotrothed to Azim, but kidnapped
by the Wild Men, afterwards Columbine) Miss ROMER,
IMMORTALS.
The Fairy Pari Ronou, Miss BODKN. TrunkuU, [Boatman] Mr SHAW,
SCENERY.
1. — The Loadstone Rock — Storm and Shipwreck, (Wilson) 2. — Romantic
Landscape on Monkey Island, (Coyle) 3. — Cocoa Nut Grove, (Wilson) Court
of the King of Monkey Island. 4. — Broadstairs, (Wilson) 5. — Interior of aa
Inn, — (i. Pawnbroker's Shop, [Pitt]— 7. Sea View. 9. Lodging House and
Doctor's Shop. — 9. Inside of Doctor's House. — 10. Wood. — 11. Landscape, — 19
Ma^cificient Fairy Palaee. [Walker]
On Monday, Guy Mannering, Henry Bertram, Mr. Sraham, Lucy
Bert i am, Miss Noel, ffrom Bath) Meg IMcrrilies, Mrs. Egerton.
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AV>. 815 Monday, July 12, 1824. Pn'^ Irf.
Cogent <*Bardcn €fteatrc.
In the Comedy of The Inconstant, Mr. C. Kemble acted Young Mirabel,
and Mr. W. Farren his fond Papa, moat excellently.
Theee was a numerous attendance here, on Saturday evening at The Maid
and the Magpie, &c. The " attractive metal" abounds in this evening's bill.
I^apmarfect €f)eatte>
A Young Lady, (name unknown,) made ' her first appearance on any stage,
on Saturday night, as Rosina, in the musical piece so called. She has quali-
ties of voice that will, no doubt, render her useful in some departments, but it
did not appear that she was equal to take leading vocal parts. Her first song
was well executed, and encored ; but in those of a more difficult description,
she failed to give the requisite effect. — The audience received her ven favora-
bly. Mr. Melrose sang very pleasingly as Belville, and Mr. W. West and
Mrs. C. Jones, acted William and Phoebe very effectively. In Every One has
his Fault, there was much excellent acting ; and Mr. Liston, in Fish out of
Water, had the laugh-raising power chiefly in his own keeping.
SDrurp flane Cfteatm
The Hypocrite, Madame Catalani, and The Revolt of the Greeks, were,
the stimulants to a considerable attendance here on Saturday — The Family of
the late Mr. Oxberry put in their claim to-uight to the benevolence of the
public.
The John Bull of yesterday has the following— " Speaking of Farren,
whose Lord Ogleby is excellent, he reminds us of a story we rather believe we
once before told in this Paper, but which is so apposite as to b.ar repeating —
we mean that of a sign-painter, who, by dint of hard study, had attained to
the power of painting a red lion ; and this he would do as well as Mr. Lons-
dale would paint the Duke of Sussex ; or Mr. Drummond, Prince Leopold —
at all events he pleased the bumpkins, and his lions were exceedingly fine ; and
the consequence was, that the leading inn or ale-house in every circum-adjacent
village, sported a red lion. At length, however, a customer appeared in the
shape of a publican, who, just establishing himself, was anxious to begin bu-
siness under the sign of the " Seftons Head ;" — " Don't do any such thing,"
said the painter, " there will be no room for the shoulders." " AVell," replied
Boniface, ** what do you think of the Angel ?"— " The Devil !" answered the
painter — M No : have no such signs as these"---" What shall I have V* asked
the inn-keeper— V Why," says the painter, "it you ask my advice-, have a
Red Lion !"— " No," said the inn-keeper, " I'll have no such thing ; there are
Red Lions in every place twenty miles round— I'll have the Sefton's Head!"
" Well," rejoined the artist, "if you will, you will— but when it is finished,
it will be so like a Red Lion, you will not know the difference." The truth
being, that the only substitute the village artist could make for the noble Earl
was a Red Lion ! So with Farren— Lord Ogleby is his Red Lion ; and play
what he will— high life or low life, serious or comic, he is invariably Lord
Ogleby. To a theatre, therefore, which can afford, as the regular theatres
can, to keep an actor, excellent in a particular line, to play those characters
which he plays admirably. Farren is highly valuable— at the Haymarket he is
not worth his salt ; and although Mr. Kenny, who is the best working dra-
matist of the day, and Mr. Poole, (who is very little his inferior) toil and la-
bour day and night, Sundays and all— (as we suppose they do)— in order to
make new parts for Mr. Farren, they never will be able to produce a variety,
for Red Lion he will be, and nothing hjtyt Red Lion in every character he per-
sonates,"
Cfjeatie 3&oj>al, Cofcent #ai*gen.
This Evening, the Tragedy of
Romeo arid Juliet.
Prince Escalus, Mr HORREBOW, Capulot, Mr EGERTON
Paris, Mr MASON, Mercutio, Mr JONES, Benvolio, Mr B^FER
Romeo, Mr C. KEMBLE, Tybalt, Mr CONNOR,
Friar Lawrence, Mr CHAPMAN, Friar John, Mr MEARS.
Apothecary, Mr MEADOWS, Page, Master LONGHURST,
Balthazar, Mr LEY. Abram, Mr HEATH, Peter, Mr KEELEV
Sampson, Mr ATKINS, Gregory, MrNORRIS,
Lady Capulet, Mrs FAUCIT, Nurse, Mrs DAVENPORT
Juliet, It/is* F. II. KELLY,
In Act I.— A MASQUERADE AND DANCE.
In Act V. The Funeral Procession of Juliet, and a Solemn Dirge.
After which, the Romance of
PRESUMP
Frankenstein, Mr BlsNNETT, Clerval, MrHORREBOW,
De Lacey, (a banished Gentleman) Mr CHAPMAN,
Felix De Lacey, (his Son) Mr DURUSET, Fritz, Mr KEELEY,
William, Master BODEN, Hammcrpan, Mr EVANS,
Tanskin, Mr LEY, Gipsey, Mr TINNEY,
( ) Mr T. P. COOKE,
Elizabeth, (Sister of Frankentein) Miss HENRY,
Agatha de Lacey, Miss LOVE, Safie, (Aribian Girl,) Miss BODEN
Madame Ninon, (Wife of Fritz) Miss JONES,
To-morrow, John Bull, with Presumption, Mr C. TAYLOR'S Night.
EXHIBITIONS ~~~~
Mr. Cross's Grand Collection of Wild Beasts — Exeter-'Change, Strand.
Natukorama— Consisting' of 17 Interesting Views ; among -which the House
of Joan of Jrc, is remarkably well imitated and executed — 28, New Bond
Street, corner of Conduit Street.
Marshall's Perestripiiic Panorama of the Battles of T,igny, les Quatre Bras
and Waterloo: every day and eveoinflf, accompanied bv a full military band —
Spring Gardens.
Finn.s Fancy Glass-working Exhibition, in Miniature. Displaying the
whole Art of Modelling, Blowing, and Working— 161, Strand.
Diorama. — Consisting of a View of the interior of Trinity Chapel, in the
Cathedral of Canterbury : and a View of the Valley of Sarnen, in Switzer-
land— Entrance ofRegent's Park, by Portland Place.
Mr. Bullock's Exhibitions of Ancient and Modern Mexico, presenung
unique, rare, and Interesting collection of Curiosities, and a Panoramic
View of the City of Mexico — Egyptian Hall, Piccadilly.
Printed & Published by E. Thomas. Denmark-court. Kxetor-chan^e, Strand.
All Communications must be post paid, and addressed as above.
Published also by C. Harris, 25, Bow Street, Covent Garden; Chappkl
and Son, Royal Exchange ; and may he had, by order, of all Newsmen.
Cfjeatrc Ivopl 3Bimj? 2.ane.
For the Benefit of the Widow and Family of the Late
MR. OXBERRY.
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This Evening, the Farce of
THE REVIEW
Mr Deputy Bull, Mr GATTIE, Capt. Bcaugard, Mr THOMPSON,
Looney Maewalter, (for this night only) Mr WEBB,
who will sing M Liberty, Gallantry, Whiskey and Love'*
" I'll be a Good Boy and take care of Myself !" & "Mr Jllacwalter's
Courtship ivith one Jtfiss Judy 0'Flanniga?i"
John Lump. M* KNIGHT, Caleb Quotem, Mr HARLEY,
will sing " Tm Parish Clerk," & The Delights of a Bath Assembly / "
Charles Williams, MrYARNOLD, Dubos, Mr HUGHES,
Grace Gavlove, Mrs ORGER, Phoebe Whitehorn, Miss CUBITT,
Lucv, Mrs H. HUGHES.
After which the Farce of
Monsieur Tonson.
Tom King, Mr BROWNE, Jack Ardourly. Mr MERCER,
Monsieur Morbleu, Mr GATTIE,
Mr Thompson, Mr THOMPSON, Nap, Mr G. SMITH,
Rusty, Mr YARNOLD, Useful, Mr W. H. WILLIAMS,
Adolphine de Courcy, otherwise Miss Thompson, Miss SMITHSON
Mad. Bellegarde, Mrs HARLOWE, Mrs Thompson, Mrs KNIGHT
Between the Pieces,
Richard and Betty at Hickelton Fair, by Mr KNIGHT,
" Non je ne vetir pas chanter/' by Mrs SALMON,
" Bid me discourse," by Miss CUBITT, M The Wolf," by Mr Smith,
A favourite Ballad, by Madame VESTRIS, '
" First vid de Grace Extraordinaire/' by Mr JOHN REEVE,
A Comic Song, bv Mr W. H. WILLIAMS,
Song, " My Henry is gone/' (Sir J. Stevenson) Master EDMONDS,
A Pas De Deux, by Mr & Mrs NOBLE.
To cnnclude with, (1st time at this Theatre) the Melo-drama of
The Miller's Maid.
The Miller, Mr YOUNGE, Giles, Mr SHERWIN,
George, Mr BROWNE, Matty Marvellous, Mr HARLEY,
Old Granger, Mr GATTIE, Gamekeeper, Mr WEBSTER,
Dame, Mrs HARLOWE, Plighe, Miss S. BOOTH.
To-morrow, Simpson & Co. with the Falls of Clyde, &c.
C|)t atie Eo»al digits!) #pcra=^ou6f .
This Evening, the Musical Drama of
Guy Mannering ;
Or, the GYPSEY's PROPHECY.
Colonel Mannering, Mr POWER,
(Henry Bertram, Mr BRAHAM, his 1st appearance on this stage)
who will introduce the Echo Duet, (from the Americans)
"JVow Hope, JVow Fear," with Miss Povey. "The Death o/JVelson.1'
The favorite Melody from Moore, fy Bruce' s Address to his Army,
-( Scots, wha' ha'e wi' Wallace bled V*
Dominie Sampson, Mr TAYLEURE, Sebastian, Mr VVALCOT,
Dandie Dinmont, Mr RAYNER, Dirk Hateraick, Mr T. P. COOKE,
Gilbert Glossin, Mr W. BENNETT, Gabriel, Mi H. PHILLIPS,
Baillie Mucklethrift, Mr A1INTON, Farmer Flail, Mr HOOPER,
Franco, Master BODEN, Jock Jabos, Mr FRANCIS,
Lacy Bertram, Miss NOEL,
(From the Bath Theatre, her 1st appearance in London)
who will introduce " Home, Sweet Home /" 8f " if hen in Disgrase.'*
Julia Mannering, Miss POVEY,
Mrs Mac Candlish, Mrs GROVE, Flora, Mrs BRYAN,
Meg Mcrrilies, Mrs EGERTON,
{Who is expressly engaged to perform this Character)
Gypscy Girls, Miss HOL'DAWAY, Miss SOUTHWELL, &c. &c.
To conclude with a new Grand Pantomime, called
slant! ;
Ourang Outang, (Sovereign of Monkey IslasdJ Mr J. COOPER,
Puckerchecks, (Prime Minister, afterwards Pantaloon) Mr BARNES,
General Jackoo, (afterwards Clown) Mr J. S. GRIMALDi,
FOREIGNERS.
Azim, (a Persian Mariner, afterwards Harlequin) Mr ELLAR,
Dinarzade. (a Female Mountaneer, botrothed to Azim, but kidnapped
by the Wild Men, afterwards Columbine) Miss ROMER,
IMMORTALS.
The Fairy Pari Ronou, Miss BO DUN, Trunkulo, [Boatman] Mr SHAW,
SCENERY.
1. — The Loadstone Rock— Storm and Shipwreck, (Wilson) 2. — Romantic
Landscape on Monkey Island, (Coyle) 3- — Cocoa Nut Grove, (Wilson) Coupt
of the Kins of Monkey Island. 4. — Broadstairs, (Wilson) 5.— Interior of an
Inn,— 6. Pawnbroker's Shop, [Pitt]— 7. Sea View. S. Lodging House and
Doetor's Shop.— 9. lnsi;le of Doctor's House. — 10. Wood.— 11. Landscape,— 12
MagciP.cient Fairy Palace. [Walker]
To-morrow, The Devil's Bridge, with the Pantomime.
THE
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Co Dent (SatD.cn Ctjcatte.
Mr. C. Kemele and Miss F.-H. Kelly acted Romeo and Juliet,
last night, with their usual excellence, Presumption has succeeded
here in an uncommon degree ; although we think modesty is as pre-
valent in this theatre as any one. This evening Mr. Taylor's Benefit.
Miss Beaumont's Farewell. — It is with mixed feelings of regret
and pleasure, that we find the young, and amiahle, and lovely Miss
Beaumont, after a short theatrical career, about to quit the stage
for ever. Our regret is caused by so soon losing a most pleasing and
rising actress ; our pleasure arises from the conception that some event
(honorable to herself) of a nature calculated to render her independent
of the labours of a professional life, is about to take place, if it has
not already happened, We are convinced that nothing but excellent
motives have led to this unlooked for circumstance ; and we shall, and
every one who has learned Miss Beaumont's character, will, we are
sure, ever be happy to hear of the private comfort and happiness of a
young lady whose early display of talent was devoted to the most vir-
tuous purposes that nature could prompt.
SDrurn Stane Cfpatrr.
The Family of the late Mr. Oxberry had a good house last night.
J^apniar&ct €fjcatrc*
A full house, and much amusement last night. — This evening we
have Love Laughs at Locksmiths, Exchange no Robbery, &c.
Last night was one of the most distinguished of any for manv
seasons at this theatre. The Opera of Guy JUannering was repre-
sented in as excellent a style as ever it was at either of the national
theatres ; and when we say that Mr. Br a ham was there a3 Henry
Bertram, Miss Povey, as Julia Mannering, Mr. Rayner. as Dandie
Dinmont. and Mrs. Ecerton, as Meg JJerrilies, we. only speak of
well known first-rate talent ; but there Vis the debut of a Miss Noel,
who has for some tim^ been most justly a great favorite at Bath. She
appeared as Miss Bertram, and made a highly favorable impression
on a very impartial audience. She is in fact a sweet singer, very much
in the style of Miss M. Tree, some of whose celebrated songs she
gave with the very best effect, and had several warm and justly me-
rited encores. She has an interesting figure and countenance ; and
altogether we think her a decided valuable acquisition to this theatre,
Mr. Power acted Col Mannering admirably ; and Mr. Tayleure's
Dominie Sampson was of a nature to raise him in the opinion of the
public. As to Mrs. Egerton, she is without doubt, the best M«*
JKemlies on the stage.—All were most favorably received,
Cf)eatte ftopal, Brut; iUne.
This Evening, the Comedy of
IMPSON & CO
Mr Peter Simpson, Mr TERRY,
Mr Bromley, Mr BROWNE, Foster, Mr WEBSTER,
Mrs Simpson, (1st time) Mrs H. HUGHES,
Mrs Bromley, Mrs W. WEST,
Mademoiselle La Trappe, Mrs ORGER,
Mrs Fitzallen, Miss SM1THSON.
In the course of the E*fniag, Madame CATALANI will Sing,
Grand Aria, La Tu Fcdrai, Violin Obligate Mr COOKE,
Cavatina & Po]&cca , Se J)Jdi Turbo, (Ciancbettini) Rode's Variations,
and Two Verses of " RULE BRITANNIA."
After which, the Melo Drama of
The Falls of Clyde*
General Wilford, Mr POWELL, Kenmiire, Mr PEN1 LEY,
Farmer Enfield, Mr KNIGHT, Edward Enfield, Mr A RCHER,
Donald, Mr SHERWIN, Malcolm, Mr BROWNE,
Lindley. Mr G.SMITH, Evan, Mr WEBSTER, Gabriel, Mr POVEY
Derncleugh, Mr HARROLD, Allen, Mr HONNOR,
Stecnic, Mr READ, Gelletley, Mr RANDALL,
Serjeant. Mr HOWELL, Peter, Mr SHERIFF,
Mrs Enfield, Mrs HARLOWE, Ellen Enfield, Miss S. BOOTH,
Janet; Mrs WILLMOTT, Jessy, Miss CARR,
To conclude with a sew Melo-Drama, called,
The lievoit of the Greeks. '
The Characters by, Mr PENLEY, Mr ARCHER, Mr BROWNE,
Mr HARROLD, Mr BLANCHARD, Mr HOWELL,
Mr KNIG HT, Mr YOUNGE,
Mr MERCER, Mr G. SMITH, Mr WEBSTER,
Mi ss S. BOOT Miss SMITHSON. and Mis ORGER.
In Act II.— A GRAND BALLET.
By Mr & Mrs OSCAR BYRNE, Air & Mrs NOBLE
To-morrow. Two Wives, with the Liar, &c
Q^The WelUy Amphitheatre y and Vauoehall, were crowded last night.
The Surrey Opened last night under a new Management.
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tEijeatrc 1\omI, Cogent <©art>tn.
Mr. C. TAYLOR'S NIGHT.
This Evening the Comedy of
JLdl^*
PeregriW, Mr COOPER, Dan, Mr TAYLOR,
Hon. Mr Sliuffleton, Mr JONES,
Sir-Bimou liochdale, Mr BLANCHARD,
Frank Rochdale, Mr BAKER, Simon, Mr EVANS,
Jub lliorii berry, Mr FAWCETT,
Earl Fitzbalaam, Mr Ctaremont, Robert, Mr Heath ,
Dennis Bruli?rn«lderv, Mr CONNOR.
MrPennvmaii, Mr LOUIS, "John Burr, Mr ATKINS,
Williams, Mr M EARS, John. Mr HENRY,
Ladv Caroline Bravmore, Mrs CHATTERLEY,
Mary Tbornberrv, Miss CHESTER,
Mrs Brul-rudderv; Mrs DAVENPORT.
With the ORIGINAL EPILOGUE,
Of the Birth, Christening, Parentage, and other
Family Misfortunes of Dennis Brulgruddery.
Mr PHILLIPS will accompany Himself on the Piano
Forte in a At}w Bacchanalian Song.
Sweet Home, & We're a A'oddin, by Master SMITH,
The Glee of " Mynheer Pan Dunk.''
By Mess PYNE TAYLOR, and PHILLIPS,
Drouet's Variations to 4i God Save the King,"
By Master BIRCH, {A Boy only Twelve years old)
After which, the Rornauce of
PRESUMPTION !
Frankenstein, Mi BliNNETT, Clerval, Mr HORREBOW,
De Lacey, (a banished Gentleman) Mr CHAPMAN,
Felix De Lacey, (his Sou) Mr DURUSET, Fritz, Mr KEELEY,
William. Master BODEN, Hammerpan, Mr EVANS,
( ) j\Tr T. P. COOKE. Tanskin, Mr LEY, Gipsey, Mr Tinney
Elizabeth, Miss HENRY, Madame Ninon, Miss JONES,
Agatha de Lacey, Miss LOVE, Safie, (Aribian Girl,) Miss BODEN
To-morrow, The Comedy of Errors, with The Irish Widow, & Ellen
Rosenberg, Miss BEAUMONT's Farewell Dexefit.
MP X
WA)t ati ■? ftsjjal digits!; $pera=^ousr.
This Evening, the Musical Drama of
m~
/@
Baron Torahli, Mr C. F. YOUNG,
Count Belino, Mr BRAHAM, who will sing
Qaeen Mary's Lamentation.
Marcelli, Mr BENNETT, (from C. Garden Theatre)
Fetro, (I st time) Mr KEELEY,
Publico, MrT. P. COOKE, Antonio, Mr MINTON,
Paolo, Mr PERKINS, Julio, Miss R. BODEN,
First Officer, Mr Francis, 2nd Officer, Mr Walcot,
Florian, Mr H PHILIPS, Herald, Mr LODGE,
Countess Rosnlvina, Miss NOEL, who will sing
'' Rest. Warrior Rest — 4 Hours of Sorrow' — (Rossini)
And u Rest Tiike, Child." — [Bishop]
Claudine, Miss POYEY, Lauretta, Miss KELLY.
In the Last Scene,
The Explosion of a Magazine, and
DESTRUCTION OF THE DEVIL's BRIDGE.
To conclude with a new Grand Pantomime, called
Ifcl
Mm
Ourang Outanir, (Sovereign of Monkey 'Islaudji Mr J. COOPKR,
Pucker cheeks, (Prime Minister, afterwards Pantaloon) Mr BARNES,
General Jackoo, (afterwards Clown) Mr J. S. GRIMALD1,
FOREIGNERS.
Aziin, (a Persian Mariner, afterwards Harlequin) Mr ELLAR,
Dinarzade. (a Female Mountaneer, botrothed to Azim, but kidnapped
by the Wild Men, afterwards Columbine) Miss ROMER,
IMMORTALS.
The Fairy Pari Ronou, Miss BODKN, Trunkulo, [Boatman] Mr SHAW,
SCENERY.
1, — The Loadstone Rock — Storm and Ship-wreck, (Wilson) 2. — Romantic
Landscape on Monkey Island, (Coyle) 3. — Cocoa Nut Grove, (Wilson) Court
of the Kins of Monkey Island. 4.— Broadstairs, (Wilson) 5. — Interior of an
Inn,— 6. Pawnbroker's Shop, [Pitt]— 7. Sea View. 8. Lodging- House and
Doctor's Shop.— 9. l-oside of Doctor's House.— 10. Wood.— 1L Landscape,— 12
Magcificient Fairy Palace. [Walker]
To-morrow, Love in a Village, Hawthorn, Mr. Braham, Rosetta/
Miss Harvey, Madge, Miss Kelly, with the Pantomime,
THE
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11 Nothing extenuate nor set down aught in malice."
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Ccuent <£3arfcen Ctjcatre.
Mr. Tavlor had his Benefit last night. — There was a good house.
Miss Beaumont, it will be seen, bids adieu this evening to the stage.
This interesting young lady highly deserves the last tribute of respect
and favor of the public. We hear she is about to be married to a
Mr. Owen, a gentleman of private worth, and good property.
<£ngli£f) Opcra^oiufc
In the musical drama of The Devil's Bridge, Mr. Braham made
his second appearance here this season, in his favorite character of
Count Belino, and finely executed the airs allotted to him. Bliss
Noel, also on this occasion, was seen for the second time by a London
audience, and charmingly acquitted herself iw the part of Rosalvina.
Miss Kelly played Lauretta excellently ; and Miss Povev as Claudine,
sang very pleasingly. Mr. Bennett, from Covent Garden, acted
Marcelli, but surely this is not the line of character for which he is
best qualified. — The new Pantomime followed and amused highly.
$?apmarftet Cfjeatre.
The performances of last night, gave infinite delight to a numerous
audience. We regret that until after the closing of the winter thea-
tres, we cannot say every thing we wish of these summer theatres —
but all in good time. Acted here to-night, Sweethearts and Wives,
Two Strings to your Bow, with Rosina.
SDrun* Sane -Zhtattt.
Madame Catalani's airs were resorted to last night pretty nu-
merously. We did not ascertain the temperature of the theatre, but
imagine it must have been at fever heat by Fahrenheit. A sister of
Miss Paton's is to appear here to-morrow as Letitia Hardy.
To the Editor of The Theatrical Observer.
My dear Observer— -You are too much of an optimist. — In the
theatrical trorld whatever is — is not right. Could there be a stronger
instance of this, than for an actor to have the assurance to invent a
cock and bull story about, his pocket being picked of benefit-tickets,
merely to prevent some poor devils of tradesmen from selling the
tickets they had taken in exchange for their butter or bacon, for
whatever they can get instead of losing the whole amount. Every
body knows that a Benefit is seldom any thing but a meeting of cre-
ditors ; and I must say, therefore, this trickery is most unfair; and
if I see any more of it, the offenders may rely upon being shewn up.
July 13. Your's, as you deserve,
JOHN BROWN,
Cfjeatre 3&opi Brut^ Plane
This Evening, the Farce of
TWO WIYES.
Sir William Prune. Mr HUGHKS, Hon. Mr Trimmer, Mr MERCER
Flank, (Valet to Sir William) Mr HARLEY,
Alias Captain Bounce Mr HARLEY*
Alias Lawyer-Johnson,, Mr HaRLEy!
Alias Humphrey Clod Mr HARLEY,'
Hon. Mrs Trimmer, Miss CCJBITT, La.ly Prune, Mrs WILLMO TT
In the course of the Evening, Madame CATALAN!
will Sing Grand Scena ed Aria,
11 Frenar vorrei le tag rime." from * Serniramide/
Grand Aria. 4 JVonpiu Andai'
Air, with Variations, ' Nel cor piu/ pHope told a
flatting Tale'}
and Two Verses of €< GOD SAVE THE KING."
After which the Comedy of
THE OAK.
Young Wilding, Mr ELLISTON,
Papillion, Mr GATTIE, Old Wilding. Mr POWLEL
Sir James Elliott, Mr THOMPSON,
Miss Grantham, MrsORGER,
Miss Godfrey, Miss SMITHSON,
Kitty, Mrs HARLOWE,
■ ■ i
To conclude with ft new Melo-Drama, called,
The Revolt of the Greeks.
The Characters by Mr PENLEY,' Mr ARC HER, Mr BROWNE,
Mr HARROLD, Mr BLANCHARD, Mr HOWELL,
Mr KNIGHT. Mr YOUNGE,
Mr MERCER, Mr G. SMITH, Mr WEBSTER,
Miss S. BOOTH Miss SMITHSON, and Mrs ORGER.
In Act II.— A GRAND BALLET.
By Mr & Mrs OSCAR BYRNE, Mr & Mrs NOBLE
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To-morrow, the Belle's Stratagem, with the Miller's Maid.
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'Ctjeatre ^cpLj&rtmU ^arisen.
Miss Beaumont's Farewell Benefit.
This Evening Shakspeare's
Comedy o
Solinua, Duke of Epfiesus, Mr EGERTON, ffig&m, Mr CHAPMAN,
Antipholis of Ephesus, Mr DURUSET, (hares, Mr BAKER,
Antipholis of Syracuse, Mr COOPER, Angelo, Mr CLAREMONT,
Dromio of Ephesus, Mr W. EAEREN, Ceremon, Mr PYNE,
Dromio of Syracuse, Mr BLANCHAR0, Dr. Pinch, Mr BARNES,
Balthazar, Mr J AY LOR, Ctesiphon, Mr J. ISAACS,
The Abbess, Mrs FAUCIT, Adriana. Bliss I1AMMERSLEY,
Lnciana, Bliss BEAUMONT, {being her last appearance on any stage)
Lesbia, Miss Henry, Herniia, Mrs Boyle, Maid, Bliss Barnett.
In the course of the Evening the folloning Sengs ; —
Song — * It was a lover and his lass.' — As You Like If.
Song — * Beauty's valuation.' — bonnet&.
Glee — ' Blow, blow thou wintry wiud.' — As You Like It.
Song—' Sing willow.'— Othello.
Duet — ' Tell rue, where is Fancy bred. '—Merchant of Venice.
Glee — 'Under the greenwood tree.' — Ab You Like It.
Song — ' Come live with me and be my love.' — >foems.
Song — ' Love's Loss.' — Sonnets.
Quartetto — ' What shall he have that kill'd tho deer.' — As You Like It.
Duet — 'As it fell upon day.' — Sonnets.
Sestetto & Chorus — ' Come thou monarch of the vine.'. . ^ut. &Cleopatr a.
Song — ' O how the spring of love.' — Two Gentlemen of Verona.
Song — * Lo ! here the gentle lark.' — Venus an! Adonis.
Finale — 'Honour, riches,' — Tempest, and Midsummer Night's Dream.
In the course of the Evening,
Miss Beaumont will take her respectful Leave of the Public
After which, (compressed into one act) the Farce of
The Irish
Kecksey, Mr W. FAUREN, Bates, Mr CHAPMAN,
Sir Patrick O'Neale, Mr CONNOR,
Thomas, Mr AT KIN, Nephew, Mr BAKER,
The Widow Brady, by A LADY, (Jeer 2nd appearance on^any Htage)
To Conclude with the Melo-drama of
ELLA ROSENBERG.
The Elector, Mr EGERTON, Col. Mountfort, Mr BAKER,
Rosenberg, Mr COOPER, Storm, Mr RAYNER,
Flutterman, Mr MEADOWS, Officer, MrMears, Soldier, Mr Le-
Commander of the Guard, Mr Horrebow, Stephan, Mr Evans,
Christisn, Miss HENRY, Mrs Ruilcrmaii, Mrs PEARCE.
Ella Rosenberg, Miss LACY.
To-morrow, The School for Scandal, with The Padlock, &c. for t\t€
Benefit o( Meesrs. J. Isaacs and Claremont.
Cfjr att e Eopal English #jpera^ousf .
This Evening the Opera •£
Love in a Village.
Sir William Meadows, Mr W. BENNETT,
Justice Woodcock, Mr BARTLEY,
Young- Meadows, Mr PHILLIPS, who will introduce
" The Blooming Rose " and, "Sigh notfr Love"
Hawthorn, Mr BRAHAM, who will 'introduce
" Friend of My Soul, this Goblet Sip,"
and the Duet with Miss Harvey, " When thy Bosom"
Hod-e, Mr RAYNER,
Eustace, Mr BROADHURST, who will introduce
" Believe me if all those endearing young charms'9
losetta, [1st time] Miss HARVEY, who will sing,
A Duet with Mr Braham,
Duet, '• Together let us range/' with Mr Phillips,
Deborah Woodcock, Mrs GROVE,
Madge, Miss KELLY, Lucinda, Miss POVEY,
In Act I. THE STATUE PAIR & RUSTIC DANCE
otman, IVTr FRANCIS, Carter, Mr LODfiE, Cook, Mr MINTON,
Housemaid, MUs BODEN, Country Girl, Mrs W. BENNETT.
iie Monkey Isla
,'j
To conclude with a new Grand Pantomime, called
©
Ourang Outang, (Sovereign of Monkey Island^ Mr J. COOPER,
uckercheeks, (Prime Minister, afterwards Pantaloon) Mr BARNES,
General Jackoo, (afterwards Clown) Mr J. S. GRIMALDI,
FOREIGNERS.
Aziin, (a Persian Mariner, afterwards Harlequin) MrELLAR,-
Dinarzade. (a Female Mountaneer, botrothed, to Azim, but kidnapped
by the Wild Men, afterwards Columbine) Miss ROMER,
IMMORTALS.
The Fairy Pari Ronou, Miss BOD UN, Trunkulo, [Boatman] Mr SHAW,
SCENERY.
1. — The Loadstone Rock — Storra and Shipwreck, (Wilson) 9 — Romantic
Landscape on Monkey Island, (Coyle) 3. — Coooa Nut Grove, (Wilson) Court
' the King of Monkey Island. 4. — Broadsta'nrs, (Wilson) 5. — Interior of an
Inn,— 6. Pawnbroker's Shop, [Pitt]— 7. Sea View. 8. Lodging Hojuse and
doctor's Shop.— 9. Inside of Doctor's House. — &). Wood. — 11. Landscape, — IS
Magnificient Fairy Palace. [Walker] ,
Te-morrotr, Military Tacties, the Maid & Magpie, and Presumption,
THE
AND
Daily Bills of the Play.
" Nothing extenuate nor set down aught in malice."
No. 819 Thursday, July 15,1824. Price Id.
Cotant <*5arDcn €fteatre*
The performance at this house last night was for the benefit of
Miss Beaumont. We understand the house was full, and that Miss
Beaumont was favorably received. The British Press of this morn-
ing, says — " Mrs. Miller appeared for the second time as the Widow
Brady ; and the spirit with which she sustained the character fully
justify the remarks we made on her debut. Her manner reminded ns
very much of Mrs. Jordan ; indeed we think she comes nearer to her
than any one now on the stage. Mrs. Miller could not have a better
model. Miss Lacy was exceedingly affecting as Ella Rosenberg. Wo
have never seen the part better acted ; and the audience testified their
feeling of it by the applause which they bestowed. "
Miss Harvey appeared last night as Rosetta, in the Opera of Love
hi a Village. She fully sustained the reputation she had acquited by
her foimer performance of Rosina. In the duets with Mr. Braham,
and " Together let us range the fields*' with Mr. Philipps, she evinced
a sedulously-cultivated taste, and displayed a brilliancy of tones ex-
ceedingly pleasing and powerful. Mr. Philipps sang with much spirit
and effect : he was warmly applauded in the " Blooming Rose," which
is a beautiful piece of composition, musical as well as poetical. Mr.
Braham sang as usual with much unrivalled excellence.
J^apmarftet GLfytattc.
The pieces performed at this Theatre, last night, were highly a-
musing. In Rosina, a Young lady, made her second appearance, as
the facinating heroine of this pretty musical entertainment, and wa«
again very favorably received. This evening She Stoops to Conquer,
%Mrs. Smith, and Simpson and Co.
jbrurp lane €ljcatrc.
The performances of last night, were Tivo Wives, Madame Ca-
talani's singing, The Liar, and The Revolt of the Greeks.
Sadler's Wells — The performances of The Ravois of Orleans, and
Abdellac the Terrific ! draw numerous and fashionable audiences.
A NEW TRAGEDY.— Although Covent Garden Theatre closes its season
on Saturday the 17th instant, yet it is, we hear, to he re-opened on the follow-
ing Monday, for the express purpos e of presenting for the first time, anew
Tragedy, which is, we understand, from the pen of a gentleman of known
literary talent : and, further, we learn that Mr. H. Johnson is to appear in
this piece in a principal character. Public curiosity is in no small degree ex-
cited by an event so uncommon, as an author appealing to an audience in favor
of his muse, at so unusual a period, and at one of our national theatres.
A Report has reached this office that Mr. Kean has broke a blood-vessel, but
where or he-w we have not vet heard.
Cfjeatre Eopl, Mxwy %.mt
This Evening, the Comedy of The
Belle's Stratagem
Doricourt, Mr ELLISTON, Old Hardy, Mr DOWTON,
Sir George Touchwood, Mr ARCHER, Flutter, Mr BROWNE,
Seville, Mr YOUNGE, Courtall, Mr MERCER,
Silvertongue, Mr HUGHES, Mountebank, Mr YARNOLD,
Dick, Mr WEBSTER, Gibson, Mr HONNOR,
Servant to Sir George, Mr T. Browne,
Gentlemen, Messrs. Harrold, Howell and Gibbon,
Letitia Hardy, Miss L. PA'I'ON, (her 1st appearance on this Stage)
Miss Ogle, Miss CARR, Kitty Willis, Miss GREEN,
Mrs Racket, Mrs HARLOWE, Lady Touchwood, Mrs ORGER,
In Act 4, A MASQUERADE, in which Mr Noble will dance the
MINUET DE LA COUR with Miss L. Paton.
» In the eoursc of the Evening, Madame CAALANI will Sing,
Aria, ■ Elena? Aria, ' Ombra Adorata,' Air with Variations, ' Pietosa
a' miei Lamenti/ & Two Verses of ' RULE BRITANNIA:
To conclude with a Melo-Drama, called,
The Miller's Mai
Miller, Mr YOUNGE, Giles, Mr SHERWIN, George, Mr BROWNE,
Game-keeper, Mr WEBSTER, James, Mr D. SMITH,
Matty Marvellous, Mr HARLEY, Old Grander, Mr GATTIE,
Dame, Mrs HARLOWE, Phoebe, Miss S. BOOTH.
To-morrow, a favorite Comedy, &c.
EXHIBITIONS
Mill Linwood's celebrated Pictures in NeedU-WorJc— LeiceBte-r-squwe.
Mr. Cross's Grand Collection of Wild Beasts— Exeter-'Change, Strand.
Naturorama — Consisting of 17 interesting Views ; among which the House
of Joan of Are, is remarkably well imitated and executed— 28, New Bond
Street, corner of Conduit Street.
Marshall's Perestriphic Panorama of the Battles of Ligny, les Quatre Bras
and Waterloo : every day and evening, accompanied by a full military band —
Spring Gardens.
Finn.s Fancy Glass-working Exhibition, in Miniature. Displaying the
whole Art of Modelling, Blowing, and Working— 161, Strand.
Diorama— Consisting of a View of the interior of Trinity Chapel, in the
Cathedral of Canterbury : and a View of the Valley of Sarnen, in Switzer-
land— Entrance ofRegent's Park, by Portland Place.
Mr. Bullock's Exhibitions of Ancient and Modern Mexico, presenting
unique, rare, and interesting collection or Curiosities, and a Panoramic
View of the City op Mexico— Egyptian Hall, Piccadilly.
an ii i — — — — — — — — m
Mess. J* Isaacs & Claremont's Night.
This Evening the Comedy of The
School for Scandal*
Sir Peter Teazle, Mr W. FARREN,
Careless. Mr BAKER, Crablree, MrBLANCHARD,
Sir Oliver Surface, Mr FAWCETT,
Moses, MrKEELEY, Snake, Mr CLAREMONT,
Sir Benjamin Backbite, Mr JONES,
Joseph Surface, Mr BENNETT,
Charles Surface, Mr. C. K E M B L E,
Trip, MrHORREBOW,
Mrs Candour, Mrs GIBBS, Maid, Miss BODEN,
Lady Teazle, Miss CHESTER,
Lady Sneerwell, Mrs VINING, Maria, Miss LOVE.
In Act III. A SONG by Mr TAYLOR.
"Ah! what is more dear" Miss LOVE.
The Robins Petition, Master LONG HURST,
A favorite Song, Miss DUNN,
Lo! here the Gentle Lark, <$* Say, little foolish.
by Miss HAMMERSLEY.
The flowers that bloom, Mr DURUSET,
The Sapling Oak, (by desire) Mr J. ISAACS,
Dear heart, what a terrible life, & Let me, when my heart
is sinking, by Mr BLANCHARD,
Thoughts to counsel, 8> By some I am Told, Mr J. Isaacs.
Drouet's Variations to " God Save the King-/'
By Master BIRCH, {A Boy only Twelve years old)
To conclude with the Musical Entertainment of
THE PADLOCK.
Mungo, Mr BLANCHARD,
Don Diego, Mr J ISAACS, Leander, Mr DURUSET
Scholars, Messrs. Mears and Henry,
Leonora, Miss HAMMERSLEY,
Ursula, Mrs DAVENPORT.
——^— ■ ■■— | LI I ii - ,
, Tc-mcrrow, The School of Reform, &c.
€ f)f atie Eoyal CngltsI) $peva= blouse.
This Evening a new Burletta, entitled
Military Tactics.
The Principal Characters by
Mr. BARTLEY, Mr POWER. Mr PEARMAN,
Mi WRENCH, Mr BOWMAN,
Miss POVEY.
After which, the Melo-drama of
The If aid & Magpie,
Or, Which is the Thief?
Gerard, Mr BARTLEY, The Justice, Mr G HOVE,
Francceur, Mr PERKINS, Everaid, Mr C. F. YOUNG,
Blaisot, Mr POWER, Bertrand, Mr SALTER,
Isaac, Mr T. P. COOKE,
Dennis, Mr Minton, Durutete, Mr Walcot, Sentinel, Mr. Sanders
Annette, Miss KELLY,
Mrs Gerard, Mrs TAYLEURE.
To conclude with, the Romance of
RESUMPTION 1
Or, the Fate of Frankenstein.
Frankenstein, Mr BENNETT,
De Lacey, (a banished Gentleman) Mr W. BENNETT,
*Vlix De Lacey, (his Son) Mr PEARMAN, Fritz, Mr: KEELEY,
Clerval, Mr J. BLAND,
William, Master BODEN, Hammerpan, Mr SALTER,
Tanskin,Mr MINTON, Guide, Mr Walcot, Gipsey, Mr H. Phillips,
( ) Mr T. P. COOKE,
Elizabeth, Miss HENRY, Agatha de Lacey, Miss CA.RR,
Safie, Miss HOLDAWAY, Madame Ninon, Mrs J. WEIPPERT.
To-morrow, The Barber of Seville, with the new Pantomime.
Printed & Published by E. Thomas, Denmark-court. Exeter-change, Htvaad.
AH Communication* mii3t be post paid, and addressed as abore.
THE
fteaittcait ®t>js»ei1icr ;
Daily Bills of the Play.
44 Nothing extenuate nor set down aught in malice."
'No. 820 Friday, July 16, 1824. Price \d.
Cogent harden €t)eatre.
Mr. Claremont and Mr. J. Isaacs, had a numerous attendance
last night at their Benefit.
The following article was written for yesterday's number, but did
not arrive in time at the office. — Miss Beaumont's " Farewell Benefit"
took place last night, (Wednesday) and was attended by a most nu-
merous and genteel audience. This young lady has had but a short
theatrical career ; and the excellent manner in which she gave the
songs and acted the part of Luciana, in The Comedy of Errors,
which character she supported for the first time, shewed what we
might have expected from her future performances, had she remained
on the stage. She has now retired to private life, where we wish her
virtues as amply rewarded as her lite professional qualities would
have been had she continued in her public ^sphere She bade adieu in
an interesting manner, and the audience appeared to feel regret on
the occasion ; for by her retirement, Coven t Garden Theatre has lost
one of its most pleasing ornaments.
We understand, from the best authority, that the author of the
new Tragedy forthcoming at Covent-garden theatre on Monday next,
is Mr. Penn, the lineal descendant from the celebrated individul who
settled the province in America called Pennsylvania.
Military Tactics, The Maid and the Magpie, and Presumption,
were the entertainments, and in the course of the evening there was a
crowded houpe. The first piece went off very pleasantly : and in the
next one Miss Kellx, as Annette, again gave the most interesting
effect to the character. Mr. T. P. Cooke, as the terrific creation in
the latter piece, acted it with all his usnal extraordinary imprcssive-
ness in the part.
Der Freschutz is preparing rapidly — It is much talked of.
This mirth-promoting pleasant theatre, afforded, as usual, great
entertainment to a considerable audience. — Acted to-rirght, a new
Comedy, entitled Married and Single, with My Grandmother, and
A Year in an Hour.
SDrurp Hane C^atre.
Miss Isabella Paton appeared on these boards for the first time,
last night, as Letitia Hardy, in the Comedy of The Belle's Strata-
gem. She acted with spirit and discrimination, and received a very
flattering reception.
Ci)tatre nopal, ffhttig Hane.
This Evening, the Comedy of The
ratagem. '
Dorieourt, Mr ELLISTON, Old Hardy, Mr DOVVTON,
Sir George Touchwood, Mr ARCHER, Flutter, Mr BROWNE,
Saville, Mr YOUNGE, Courtall, Mr MERCER,
Silvertongue, Mr HUGHES, Mountebank, Mr YARNOLD,
Dick, Mr WEBSTER, Gibson, Mr HONNOR,
Servant to Sir George, Mr T. Browne,
Gentlemen, Messrs. Harrold, Howell and Gibbon,
Letitia Hardy, Miss L. PATON, (her 2nd appearance on this Stage)
Miss Ogle, Miss CARR, Kitty Willis, Miss GREEN,
Mrs Racket, Mrs HARLOW E, Lady Touchwood, Mrs ORGER,
In Act 4, A MASQUERADE, in which Mr Noble will dance the
MINUET DE LA COUR with Miss L. Paton.
After which the Farce of
e ©©!,!€€
•
Peregrine Single Mr ELLISTON!
Pertinax Single Mr ELLISTON ! !
Purcival Single Mr ELLISTON !! I
Justice Touchit, Mr GATTIE, Tippy, MrWEBSTER,
Humphrey Grizzle, Mr HARLEY, Frank, Mr W. H. WILLIAMS,
M'Floggin, Mr G. SMITH, Renard, Mr YARNOLD,
Mr Milford, Mr THOMPSON, Servant, Mr POVEY,
Pinch, Mr Hughes, Cramp, Mr Randall, Waiter, Mr Honnor,
Emily, Miss SMITHSON, Phoebe, Miss CARR,
Taffline, Miss CUBITT,
To-morrow, the Hypocrite, with Songs by Madame Catalani.
EXHIBITIONS
Mr. Cross's Grand Collection of Wild Beasts— Exeter-'Change, Strand.
Naturorama— Consisting of 17 interesting Views ; among which, the House
of Joan of Arc, is remarkably well imitated and executed — 23, IVew Bond
Street, corner of Conduit Street.
Mvrshall's Perestripiiie Panorama of the Battles of Ligny, les Quatre Bras
and Waterloo : every day and evening, accompanied by a full military hand-
spring Gardens.
F*nncs Fancy Glass-working Exhibition, in Miniature. Displaying the
whole Art of Modelling, Blowing, and Working— 161, Strand.
Diorama— Consisting of a View of the interior of Trinity Chapel, in the
Cathedral of Canterbury : and a View of the Valley of Somen, in Switzer-
land— Entrance ofRegent's Park, by Portland Place.
Mr. Bullock's Exhibitions of Aneient and Modern Mexico, presenting
unique, rare, and Interesting collection of Curiosities, and a Panoramic
View of the City of- Mexico— Egyptian Hall, Piccadilly. ^
Printed & Published bv K. Thom\s, Denmark-court, ttxeter-chans>e, Strand.
All Communications must be post paid, and addressed as above.
djeatre &oj>al, Cotieut #ait!cu\
Tliis Evening the Comedy of The
School of Reform ;
Or, How to Mule a Husband.
Lord Avondale, Mr EGERTON,
General Tarragon, Mr BLANCH ABD,
Mr Ferment. Mr JONES, Frederick, Mr BAKER,
Robert Tyke, Mr RAYNER,
Farmer Tyke, Mr CHAPMAN, Peter, Mr EVANS,
Timothy, Mr Mears, Bailiff, Mr Atkins,
.Jailor, Mr Henry, Thomas, Mr Heath,
Mrs St. Clair, Mrs FAUCIT,
Julia, Miss HENRY, Mrs Ferment, Mrs GIBBS,
Mrs Nicely, Mrs DAVENPORT,
Shela'h, Mrs PEARCE.
a
To conclude with a Melo-Drama, called, The
Hunter of the Alps
Felix, Mr JONES, Rosalvi, Mr T. P. COOKE,
Florio di Rosalvi, Miss H. BOON,
Julio di Rosalvi, Master BODEN, Juan, Mr PYNE,
Jeroymo, Mr MEADOWS,
Baptista, Mr KEELEY, Marco, Mr EVANS,
Pietro, MrTINNEY,
Helina di Rosalvi, Mrs FAUCIT,
Genevieve, Miss H A M M E R S L E Y.
To-morrow, Much Ado about Nothing, with Charles the Second.
(Being the last Night of performing this Season.)
€!)eatrei\opal CuglusI) #pera^ousc
This Evening the Opera of
yille.
Count Almaviva, Mr PHILIPPS,
In which Character he will introduce the following Songs, Duet, &c.
Serenade, (Mozart) — the Words & Arrangement by J. A. Wade, Esq
The Soldier's Bride, arranged by Mr Phillips,
Pomposo,& Mock Italinn Seena, (Dibqin) A New Rondeau. (Phillips)
Duet, (Fioravanti) the Singing Lesson, with Miss HARVEY.
Tallboy, Mr TAYLEURE, Basil, Mr J. ISAACS,
Doctor Bartolo, Mr BART LEY, Figaro, Mr W. CHAPMAN,
Fiorello, Mr BUOADHURST, Argus, Mr SALTER,
Notary, Mr MINTON, Officer, Mr H. PHILLIPS,
Rosina, Miss HAHVEY, Mareellina, Miss IIOLDAWAY.
To conclude with a new Grand Pantomime, called
11
9
Ourang Outang, (Sovereign of Monkey Island J Mr J. COOPER,
Puckercheeks, (Prime Minister, afterwards Pantaloon) Mr BARNES,
General Jackoo, (afterwards Clown) Mr J. S. GRIMALDI,
FOREIGNERS.
Azhn, (a Persian Mariner, afterwards Harlequin) Mr ELLAtt,
Dinarzade. (a Female Mountaneer, botrothed to Azim, but kidnapped
by the Wild Men, afterwards Columbine) Miss ROMER,
IMMORTALS. .
The Fairy Pari Ronou, Miss BOD EN, Trunkulo, [Boatman] Mr SHAW,
SCENERY.
1.— The Loadstone Rock— Storm and Shipwreck, (Wilson) 5. — Romantic
Landscape on Monkey Island, (Coyle) 3 —Cocoa Nut Grove, (Wilson) Court
of the King of Monkey Island. 4.— Broadstairs, (Wilson) 5.— Interior of an
Inn,— 6. Pawnbroker's Shop, [Pitt]— 7. Sea View. S. Lodging House and
Doctor's Shop.— 9. Inside of Doctor's House.— 10. Wood.— 11. Landscape,— 12
Magnifieient. Fairy Palace. [Walker] '
To-nioiTOw, Guy Mannering, with the new Pantomime.
i£g" is is respectfully suggested to our Friends to be careful, in going to the
Theatre, not to be imposed on by an imitation of this Paper
THE
AND
Daily Mills of the Play.
*• Nothing extenuate nor set down aught in malice."
No. S2I Saturday, July 17, 1824. Price Id.
After My Grandmother , last night, a new three act Comedy was
performed for the first time, called Married and Single. The whole
piece is full of bustle and incident; which was well supported by Mr.
Farrb\t, Mr. Cooper, Mr. West, Mr. Vining, Mr. Lee, Mrs. 0.
Jones, Mrs. Glover, Mrs. T. Hill, &c. It was announced for this
evening, by Mr. Farren, without a dissenting voice. It is by Mr. Poole.
€ngli$} <©prra4pou£e*
In The Barber of Seville, Miss Harvey and Mr. Philipps were as
successful as before ; and the whole Opera gratified in a high degiee.
€&hcnt 4Btort>en €!jeatre.
This Theatre closes its season to-night with Much Ado about No-
thing, and Charles the Second, the former one of the most success-
fully acted Comedies of our immortal Bud that has been presented
here of late. Mr. C. Kemble and Miss Chester shine eminently irt
the characters of Benedick and Beatrice, and the other parts are all
most ably sustained. That pleasant new production, Charles the
Second, has proved very attractive. Mr. Fawcett will, of course,
deliver the usual Farewell Address. Much has been done in this
theatre for the gratification of the public ; and we can say from our
own observation, that if it has not been an eminently successful
season, there have been sufficient indications of a due appreciation on
the part of the public, of the exertions made for their entertainment.
SDrurp Hane €!)catre.
Miss L. Paton repeated the character of Letitia Hardy, in the
Comedy of The Belle's Stratagem, with equal effect to that of her
performance on the previous night. We think very favorably of tbis
young lady's talents : she has spirit, and a just understanding of
her author, and very engaging personal qualities : but she retains a
little of the northern accent, that should be got rid of as much as
possible to fit her thoroughly for the English stage. We have uo
doubt that Miss L. Paton will become a favoiite with the public. —
She is, we believe, only 17 or 18 years of age. Her sister, our fa-
vorite vocalist, resumes her statiou very shortly at the Haymarket
Theatre. There are rumours respecting this latter young lady's pri-
vate conduct, which we should deeply lament were they true — but,
they are false, the public may rely on it. We have from the very
commencement of Miss Paton's- career down to the present moment,
closely regarded her behaviour, and we have the best reason for con*
eluding that she is in every respect a young lady as amiable as she ii
highly gifted in respect to talent.
djeatre ftopaL Ccfoent ©artinu
Zastf Night of the Company's performing this Season.
This Evening the Comedy of
Much Ado about Nothing.
Don Pedro, Mr CONNOR,
Leonato, Mr EGERTON, Antonio, BARTLEY,
Count Claudio, Mr MASON,
Borachio, Mr HORREBOW, Seacoal, Mr LEY,
Dooberrv, MrBLANCHARD,
Balthazr, Mr DURUSET, Sexton, Mr. ATKINS,
Benedick, Mr C. KEMBLE,
Friar, Mr CHAPMAN, Conrad. Mr EVANS,
Don John, Mr BAKER,
Verges, MrKEELEY, Oatcake, Mr BARNES,
Beatrice, Miss CHESTER,
Ursula, Mrs BOYLE/ Margaret, Miss HENRY,
Hero, Miss JONES.
In Act 2— A Masquerade,
And Steevens's Glee of " Sigh no more, Ladies.,"
By Messrs. PYNE, TINNEY, LONGHURST, and Mrs BOYLE.
After which, the Comedy of
Charles the Second ;
Or, the Merry Monarch.
King Charles the Second, Mr C. KEMBLE,
Lord Rochester, Mr JONES,
Captain Copp, Mr FAWCETT,
Edward, flhe King's Page) Mr DURUSET,
Ladv Clara, Mrs FAUC1T,
Mary, (Copp's Niece) Miss HAMMERSLEY.
Printed & Published by E. Thomas, Denmark-court, E^efer-chan^e, Strand.
All Communications must be post paid, and addressed as above.
Q^r Tt is respectfully suggested to our Friends to be careful, in going to the
Theatre, not to be imposed on by an imitation of this Paper
Cfjeatre llopat, Biuip S.auc.
This Evening, the Comedy of
THE HYPOCRITE.
Doctor Cantwell, Mr DOWTON,
Maw-worm, Mr HARLEY, Darnlev, Mr PENLEY
Sir John Lambert, Mr POWELL,
Seward, Mr YOUNGE, Tipstaff, Mr READ,
Colonel Lambert, Mr BEOWNE,
Servants, Messrs. SUTTON and COLSON,
Old Lady Lambert, Mrs HARLOWE,
Charlotte, Mrs. W. WEST,
Young Lady Lambert, Mrs. ORGFJR,
Betty, Miss CREEN,
Af'.er which, the Faree of
TW
Or, a Hint to Husbands.
Honourable Mr. Trimmer, Mr MERCER,
Sir William Prune, Mr HUGHES,
Flank, (Valet to Sir William) Mr HARLEY,
Alias Captain Bounce .... Mr HARLEY,
Alias Lawyer Johnson. . . . Mr HARLEY,
Alias Humphrey Clod .... Mr HARLEY,
Hon. Mrs Trimmer, Miss CUBITT,
Lady Prune, Miss GREEN.
To conclude with a Melo-Diama, called
The Miller's Maid.
The Miller, Mr YOUNGE,
Giles, Mr SHERWIN, George, Mr BROWNE,
Matty Marvellous, Mr. HARLEY,
Old Granger, Mr GATT1E,
Game-keeper, Mr Webster, James, Mr D. Smith,
Dame, Mrs HARLOWE,
Phoebe, [the Miller's Maid) Miss S. BOOTH.
CfKatreftopal Cnglis!) (%era?f|ouse.
This Evening the Opera of
Or, the GYPSEY's PMOPI1ECY.
Colonel Mannering, Mr POWER,
Henry Bertram, Mr. B R A II A M,
who will introduce the Echo Duet, (from the Americans)
"Arow Hope, JVow Fear," with Miss Povey. "The Death ofJVelson"
The favorite Melody from Moore, 8; Brace's Address to his Army,
" Scots, iv ha' kcgewV Wallace bled !"
Dominie Sampson, Mr TAYLEURE, Sebastian, Mr WALCOT,
Dannie Dinmont, Mr KAYNER, Dirk Hateraick, Mr T.P.COOKE,
Gilbert Glossia, Mr W. BENNETT, Gabriel, Mr H. PHILLIPS,
Baillic Mucklethvixt, Mr MINTON, Farmer Flail, Mr HOOPER.
Franco, Master BO DEN, Jock Jahos, Mr FRANCIS,
Lucy Bet tram, Miss NOEL,
who will introduce n Home, Sweet Home!" 8? " If hen in Disgrace."
Jiflia Mannerir.T, Miss POVEY,
Mrs Mac Candlish, Mrs GROVE, Flora, Mrs BRYAN,
Meg Merrilies, Mrs EGERTON,
(JVho is expressly engaged to perform this Character)
Gypscy Girls, Miss HOLDAWAY, Miss SOUTHWELL, &c. &c.
To conclude with a new Grand Pantomime, called
Ourang Otilang, (Sovereign of Monkey Island,) Mr J. COOPER,
Puekercheeks, (Prime Minister, afterwards Pantaloon) Mr BARNES,
General Jackoo, (afterwards Clown) Mr J. S. GRIMALDJ,
FOREIGNERS.
Aziin, (a Persian Mariner, afterwards Harlequin) Mr ELLAR,
Binarzade. (a Female Mountaneer, botrothed to Azim, but kidnaped
by the Wild Men, afterwards Columbine) Miss ROMER,
IMMORTALS.
The Fairy Pari Ronoa, Miss BODKN, Trunkulo, [Boatman] Mr SHAW,
SCENERY.
1. — The Loadstone Rock — Storm and Shipwreck, (Wilson) 2. — Romantic
Landscape on Monkey Island, (Coyle) 3. — Cocoa Nut Grove, (Wilson) Court
•f the Kin?; of Monkey Island. 4. — Broadstairs, (Wilson) 5. — Interior of an
tnn, — 6. Pawnbroker's Shop, [Pitt]— 7. Sea View. 8. Lodging House and
Doctor's Shop. — 9. Inside of Doctor's House. — 10. Wood. — 11. Landscape, — 12
Masrmficient Fairy Palace. [Walker]
On Monday, 'The Miller's Maid, with the Pantomime,
THE
Sftratrical Oiteii'bii' ;
Daily Bills of the Play.
" Nothing extenuate nor set down aught in malice."
Ao. 822 Monday, July 19, 1824. Pries Id.
The Opera of Gup Manner in g was performed at this Theatre, en
Saturday evening. Miss Noel sustained the part of Lucy Bertram
with moch talent, and was loudly and deservedly encored in the beau-
tiful long " Home, Sweet Home." The performance of Mrs. Eobrtox,
as Meg Merrilies, is always excellent and effective. Mr. Br a ham
jnng almost divinely, and was encored, in the song that never misers
an encore, " Scots' wha' ha-'e wi' Wallace bled." The amusements of
the evening gave very great and general satisfaction.
I^apmarfict €fpatre.
This house was crowded on Saturday evening to see the sucacatfnl
aew Comedy. This evening, Married and Single, with Sweethearts
*nd Wives.
2>rut)ti %m\t €{)catrr.
The Hypocrite, Two Wives, and The Millers Maid, were per-
formed on Saturday night to a very thin audience.
Cotont 4I5arbcn 3rgcatre.
This Theatre closed its season on Saturday to a numerous audi-
•ace, with Shakspeare's fine Comedy of Much Ado about JVoViing,
which was, in general, admirably acted, particularly in the parts of
Benedick and Beatrice, by Mr. C. Kemble, and Miss Chester. Afc
the conclusion of the Comedy, Mr. Fawcett appeared, and delivered
the following Farewell Address.
■' Ladies and Gentlemen — Our season closing with the representation* of
this evening, I come, on the part of th« Proprietors, to ofl\?r you their sincere
thanks for the distinguished patronage with which yoa have honored this The-
»tr». The new embellishments I am happy to a&\, , have given universal satis-
faction. Our success iu the attempt to revive a taste for comedy has answered
•ur most sanguine expectations, while our efforts to give additional effect to ths
plays of Shakepeare must, we trust, have convinced you of our love and renar-
tion for the greatest dramatic poet that ever charmed or instructed mankind.
" In short, when I call to your recellection, that we have, in the course of
the present season, produced thirteen new pieces, besides many revivals, I truat
you will allow that neither pains nor expense have been spared, to make the en*
tertainmentg of Covent Garden Theatre worthy of the greatest nation in th»
world.
44 It only remains to assure you, that the vacation will be entirely devoted t*>
your future entertainments and convenience, and that no efforts will be spared
to ensure a continuance of your favour. And now, Ladies and Gentlemen, on
the part of tha Proprietors, of myself, and all the other performers, until the
37th of September, I most respectfully bid you farewell."
"J?he Duke of York patronises a performance here this evening,
wh«n Mr. Penn's Tragedy of The Battle of Eddington is to be acted.
'faujthall.— There will be a Magnificent FsTB~"bere to-nig^f , \&%fr%
a^r tf the Anniversary of His Majefhf'l Cororaitfoa,
%\jtntit &oi>aJ, Siuip Eaiu.
■ ~~-" — — -"— — ■ rr~ — nr
This Evening the Comedy ©f
•he Stoops to Conquer.
Tony Lumpkin, (first time) Mr HARLEY,
Hardcastle, Mr DOWTON, Hastings, MrPENLEY
Sir Charles Marlow, Mr GATTIE,
Young Marlow, Mr ELLISTON, Giles, Mr Honnor,
Diggory, Mr Hughes. Roger, Mr T. Brown,
Landlord, Mr G. Smith, Jeremy, MrW. H. Williams
Ralph, Mr Randall, Marlow's Servant, Mr Povey,
Mrs Hardcastle, Mrs HARLOWE,
Miss Neville, Mrs H. HUGHES, Maid, Miss Green.
Miss Hardcastle, 1st time, Miss I. PATON.
After which, the Faree of
TWO WIVE
Or, a Hint to Husbands.
Honourable Mr. Trimmer, Mr MERCER,
Sir William Prune, Mr HUGHES,
Flank, (Valet to Sir William) Mr HARLEY,
Alias Captain Bounce Mr HARLEY,
Alias Lawyer Johnson Mr HARLEY,
Alias Humphrey Clod Mr HAKLEY,
Hon. Mrs Trimmer, Miss CUBITT,
. Lady Prune, Miss GREEN.
To conclude with a Meio-Dnaraa, called
The Falls of Clyde.
General Wilford, Mr POWELL, Farmer tx&ei&Mx KNIGHT,
Edward Enfield, Mr ARCHER, Ksnmure, Mr PENLEY,
Donald, Mr bHERWIN, Malcolm, Mr BROWNE,
Lindley, Mr G. Smith, Evan, Mr Webstet, Derncleugh, Mr Harrold,
Gabriel, Mr Povey, Steenie, Mr Read, Allen, Mr Honnor,
Gelletley, Mr Randall, Serjeant, Mr Howell, Peter, Mr Sheriff.
Mrs Enfield, Mrs HARLOWE, Ellen Enfield, Miss S. BOOTH,
Janet, Mrs. WILLMOTT, Jessy, Miss CARR.
To-morrow, ftnow your Mind, t>ady Bel), Miss I. Patox.
Cijeatre Hopl, Cofcgnt&avtom.'
MMpa^Mia iiiMiT in
Under the immediate Patronage of His Roval
Highness THE DUKE OF YORK.
This Evening, an Historical Tragedy, called The
Battle of JEflcIiiigtiMi
Or, Hritish lAberty.
Alfred, (King of England) Mr BASS,
Edmund, (Son of Alfred) Miss MEARS Cedric, Mr HOUGH,
Mervin, (Prince of South Wales) Mr MEARS,
Ethelred, (General of the English Forces) Mr JERVI*,
Ceoluph, [nn English Noble] Mr ELLIOTT,
Vassal, Mr HASTINGS, Oswald, Mr M DONOXH,
The Dane, Mr EVANS,
Elsitha, Miss EMERY, (from the Theatre Roval Bristol)
Editha, Mrs TURNER,
The Chorusses by Messdms Appleton, Barnett, Brown.
Messrs. L S. & C. Tett, Norris George, Robinson, Shegog, Collier
After the Tragedy, A
Musical Melange.
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fin which Miss MELVILLE will sing Two favourite Airs.
Mr JOHN KEEVE will sing the Song of " A Trip to Richmond."
Sing to Love a roundelay ,— and a Song, by Mr MEARS,
Mynheer Van Bunck, by Messrs MEARS, MARTIN, & MORRIS,
See yon neglected flower, by a YOUNG LADY.
Flow thou regal purple stream, by Mr CHAMBERS,
-Glee and Chorus, The Chough and Crow,
Th* Solo PartB by Misses Appleton Barnett, and Mr Morris.
To «onclude with Magkllv's Faree of
Love a-la Mode.
Sir Theodore Goodchild, Mr CHAMBERS,
Sir Callaghen O'Brallaghan, Mr WARD, who will introduce
Irish Hearts for the Ladies, and The Sprig of Shileln.
Sir Archv Macsarcasra, Mr GRAHAM,
Squire Groom, Mr J. STRICKLAND, (from the Bristol Theatre)
Beau Mordecai, Mr M'DONOUGH,
Charlotte, Miss STEPHENS, (from the Theatre Royal. jNrffjj
Cijsaitt fto|>ai Cttgltslj <&$t ta^ouse .
1 —■■^*n"«
This Evening a new Operetta, entitled
Military Tactics.
The Principal Characters by
Mr. BARTLEY, Mr POWER. Mr PEARMAiV,
Mr WRENCH, Mr BOWMAN,
Miss POYEY.
After which, the Melo-diania of
The Miller's Maid.
The Miller, Mr BARTLEY,
fliies. Mr RAYNER, George, Mr BAKER,
Matty Marvellous, Mr. KEELEY,
Old Granger, Mr TAYLEURE,
©amc-kceper, Mr Salter, James, Mr H. Phillips
Dame, Mrs GROVE,
Ffctfcbe, {the Millers Maid) Mist KELLY.
To conclude with, the Romance o£
PRESUMPTION S
Or, the Fate of Frankenstein.
Frankenstein, Mr BfcNNETT,
De Lacey, (a banished Gentleman) Mr W. BENNETT,
FeHx De Lacey, (his Son) Mr PEARMAN, Fritz, Mr: KEELEW
Clerval, Mr J. BLAND,
William, Master BODEN, Hammerpan, Mr SALTER,
Tai*kin,Mf MINTON, Guide, Mr Walcot, Gipsey, Mr H. Phillip
( ) Mr t. P. COOKE,
Elizabeth, Miss HENRY, Agatha de Lacey, Miss CARR,
SaBc, Miss HOLDAWAY, Madame Ninon, Mrs J. WEIPPERT
To-morrow, Military Tactics, Free and Easy, and the Pantomime.
Prirtid it Published by E. Thomas. Denmark-court. Ex«t*r-«hanjre. Strand.
All eomvainicaiions must be post paid, and addressed as abo?».
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This Theatre was respectably attended last night, to sec Military
Tactics, the Miller's Maid, and Presumption. In the latter piece,
Mr. Bennett and Mr. T. P, Cooke, acted uncommonly well.
tfubcnt <*B>atfecn £ljcatre.
A Benefit was taken at this Theatre last night, by Mr. Mears
and Mr. Smithson, on which occasion Mr. Penn's Historical Tragedy
of the Battle of Eddington, was represented. This Piece was written
aud published in the year 1706, and although it was axted, it does
not appear that it was stamped with any marks of popularity. The
performance of last night was hardly to be considered as offering a
lair criterion of its merits as a stage piece, because many of the per-
formers were apparently r.ot of the first order of actors. — It was re-
ceived with a deal of good humor. — The house was nearly full.
JJapmatfeet €t)eatre.
The new Comedy, and Sweethearts and Wives, drew an excellent
house, last night. In the former piece, Mr. W. Farren, as the old
beau, was very good ; the other characters were equally well sustain-
ed. Mr. Liston, Miss Chester, and Madame Vestris, were much
applauded in the latter piece.
That delightful vocalist, Miss Paton, makes her first appearance
this season, to-night, as Susanna, in the Marriage of Figaro.
SDrurp %ant theatre.
She Stoops to Conquer was performed last night, with the novelty
of Miss Isabella Paton, as Miss Hardcastle, and Mr. Harley, as
Tony Lumpkin, each for the first time. Miss I. Paton further proved
her claims to notice by her acting on this occasion, which was marked
by many of those points of excellence which her instructress, Mrs.
Davison, was accustomed to display. She was very favorably re-
ceived ; as was Mr. Harley, in Tony, which part he represented
with an unceasing strain of humor ; and afterwards in the comic piece
of Two Wives, he sustained the various assumed characters with a
flow of fun that kept tne house in continued mirth. Miss S. Booth,
in the Falls of Clyde, and also Mr. Knight and Mr. Archer, most
ably acted their several parts. This house closes on Monday next.
Mr. Terry's Benefit.
Vauxhall Gardens, and Sadler s Wells Theatre, were extremely
well attended last night. Davis' 's Amphitheatre was crowded
Cijr&trr 3U>j>al, Biutf i.am.
This Evening the Comedy of The
P®m Gentleman.
Sir Robert Bramble, Mr DOWTON,
Frederick, Mr ELLISTON, Ollapod, Mr HARLEY,
Sir Charles Cropland, Mr PENLEY,
Lieutenant Worthington, Mr POWELL,
Corporal Eoss, Mr BRO#NE, Valet, Mr Hon nor,
Farmer Harrowbv, Mr SHERW1N,
Stephen Harrowbv, Mr KNIGHT,
Warner, Mr WEBSTER,
Humphrey Dobbins, Mr GATTIE,
Miss Lucretia Mac Tab, Mrs HARLOWE,
Emily Worthington, Mrs W. WEST,
Dame Harrowby, Mis GREEN, Betty, Miss C. Carr.
In the course of the Evening,
MADAME CATALANI
Will Sing,
GRAND SCENA ED ARIA,
Frenor vorrle le lagrimc, — (Portogalio.)
Song, "Home, Sweet Home " (1st time) Bishop,
Aria, "ELENA/' Rossini.
and Two Verses of
" GOD SAVE THE KING."
After which, the Faree of
WHAT NEXT?
Colonel Touchwood, Mr DOWTON,
Mordaunt, Mr MERCER, Sharp, Mr KNIGHT,
Major Touchwood, Mr HARLEY,
Brief, Mr HUGHES, Snaggs, Mr GATTIE,
Col. Cliitbrd, Mr PENLEY,
Mrs Prudence. Mrs HARLOWE,
Sophia, Miss C. CARR, Clarissa, Mrs ORGER,
To-morrow, Know your own Mind, Lady Bell, Miss 1 Pato.v.
£Y-
Cfjfatre Eopi, ^a^fftarittt.
This Evening, the Comedy of
•
Beau ShntteHr,, Mr W. FARREN.
Bickerion, Mr POPE. Me! ford, Mr COOPER
Ferret," Mr. W. WEST
Scamper, Mr VINING. Servant, Mr MOORE.
Captain O'Ranper, Mr LEE.
Officer, MrC. JONES MrCamwell, Mr COVENEY.
Mrs Bickerton, Mrs GLOVER.
Fanny, Mrs T. HILL. Mrs Shatterly, MrsC. JONES.
Mrs Cram well, Mrs COVENEY.
After which the Opera of The
Marriage of FiiraroT
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Count Almaviva, Mr VINING, Fiorello, Mr HUCKEL,
Figaro, Mr LISTON, Antonio, (first time) Mr WILKINSON,
Cherubino, (the Page) Mrs CHATTERLEY,
Basil, Mr Brough, Notary, Air Ebsworth, Sebastian, Mr. IMoore,
Pancers, Mr SULLIVAN & Miss COLSON, who will introduce
A SPANISH BOLERO.
Susanna, Miss PATON, (her first appearance this season) who will
introduce, " Lo ! Here the Gentle Lark." — (Bishop)
Countess Almaviva, Mrs GAliRICK,
Barbarina, Mrs C. JONES, Marcellina, Mrs COVENEY.
To-morrow, Married and Single, with The Lord of the Manor.
EXHIBITIONS
Mr. Cross's Grand Collection of Wild Beasts— Exeter-'Change, Strand.
MvnsriALL's Perestriphic Panorama of the Battles of Ligny, les Quatre Bras
and Waterloo : every day and evening, accompanied by a full military band —
Spring Gardens.
Finn.s Fancy Glass-working Exhibition, in Miniature. Displaying the
•whole Art of Modelling, Blowing, and Working— iol, Strand.
Diorama — Consisting of a View of the interior of Trinity Chapel, in the
Cathedral of Canterbury : and a View of the Valley of Somen, in Switzer-
.and — Entrance of Regent's Park, by Portland Place.
Mr. Bullock's Exhibitions of Ancient and Modern Mexico, presenting
unique, rare, and interesting colieclion of Curiosities, and a Panoramic
View of th° City of Mexico— Egyptian Hall, Piccadilly.
Cijeatre itogaljgggjfejj €>p6ra=^ouse
This Evening a new Operetta, entitled
Military Tactics.
The Principal Characters by
Mr. BARTLEY, Mr POWER, Mr PEARMAiN,
Mr WRENCH, Mr BOWMAN,
Miss POVEY.
After which, the Burletta of
Free and
Sir John Freeman, Mr WRENCH, Ralph, (1st timc)lMr RAYNER
Rirhard, Mr SALTER, Peter, Master LONGHURSP,
Mr Charles Courtley, Mr BARTLEY, Michael, Mr W. CHAPMAN,
Mrs Charlotte Courtley, Miss POVEY. Eugenia, Miss CARR,
Rose, Miss R. BODEN, Cook, Mrs JERROLD,
Gertrude, Miss KELLY,
To eonclude with a new Grand Pantomime, called
The Monkey Island ;
Ourang Outang, (Sovereign of Monkey IslaudJ Mr J. COOPER,
Puckercheeks, (Prime Minister, afterwards Pantaloon) Mr BARNES,
General Jackoo, (afterwards Clown) Mr J. S. GRIMALDI,
FOREIGNERS.
A aim, (a Persian Mariner, afterwards Harlequin) Mr ELLAU,
Dinarzade. (a Female Mountaneer, botrothed to Azim, but kidnapped
by the Wild Men, afterwards Columbine) Miss ROMER,
IMMORTALS.
The Fairy Pari Ronou, MiM BODEN, Trunkulo, [Boatman] Mr SHAW,
SCENERY.
1. — The Loadstona Rock — Storm and Shipwreck, (Wilson) 2. — Romantic
L.ttdseape on Monkey Island, (Coyle) 3 — Cocoa Nut Grove, (Wilson) Court
of the King of Monkey Island. 4. — Broadstairs, (Wilson) 5. — Interior of aa
Inn, — 0. Pawnbroker's Shop, [Pitt]— 7. Sea View. 8. Lodging House and
Doctor's Shop. — 9. Inside of Doctor's House. — 10. Wood. — 11. Landscape, — IS
Magnificient Fairy Palace. [Walker]
To-morrow, No Performance. On Thusday, (1st time in this Conn-
try,) A New Musical Performance, of an extraordinary Character,
called Der Freischutz ; or, The Seventh .Rtillet !
££§T It is respectfully suggested to our Friends to be careful, ita going to the
Theatre, not to be imposed on by an imitation of this Paper
Printed & Published by 8. Thomvs, Denmark-court. Exet«r-change, Strand,
All Communications must be post paid, and addressed as abote.
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<£ngiigt) <©pera^ou£u
Last night, in Military Tactics, Mr. Bartley, Mr. Power, Mr.
Pearman, and Miss Povey, were very amusing ; after which, the
comic hurletta of Free and Easy was performed, in which Mr. Ray-
ner appeared as Ralph, and Mr. W. Chapman, as Michael, each for
the first time, and acquitted themselves with great credit. The other
characters were supported in a most effective manner, particularly
that of Sir John Freeman, hy Mr- Wrench, and Gertrude, hy
Miss Kelly.
The Pantomime concluded the evening's amusements; its success is
entirely owing to the great exertions of Messrs. J S. Grimaldt, Barnes,
Ellar, and Miss Romer. — The house was respectahly filled.
DER FREISCHUTZ.
A short detail of ihc Plot of this eclehrated German Opera, may
not he uninteresting to our readers. It is be found in the third vo-
lume of a work, entitled " Popular Traditions of the Northern Na-
tions'' where it is given under the name of the " Fatal Marksman."
The main incident relates to a well known German supersition, ic-
specting the interference of infernal agency in the preparation of un-
erring bullets ; and the fatal issue of a contest for the love of a fair
Bohemian peasant, whose admirer makes use of them at a required
trial of skill, in which her hand, and the ranger ship of the forest, is
the destined prize. The scene, where the bullets are cast, is said to
be replete with mystic horrors, and something very extraordinary,
both in music and scenic effect, may be expected. Indeed, the whole
of the music is of the most superior description, and has rendered
this Opera very popular in Germany and Holland.
The English Opera-House is closed this evening, for the purpose
of obtaining a JSTight Rehearsal, without which, it would have been
next to impossible for the Opera to be produced on Thursday evening.
ipapmar&et GTfytattt.
Married and Single was repeated here last night, to a full house
in all parts. This Comedy is rendered very pleasing, owing to the
excellent acting of the gentlemen and ladies representing the different
characters. Mr. W. Farren's Ueau Shatterhj, is an excellent repre-
THE THEATRICAL OBSERVER.
sentation ; Mr. W. West's Ferret deserves much praise ; as does
Mr. Cooper's JWilford. Scamper, by Mr. Vining, and Capt. & Rapper t
by Mr. Lee, are rendered very amusing by those gentlemen. Mrs.
Glover, Airs. T. Hill, Mrs. Jones, and Mrs. Covenev, had their
share of applause.
The Marriage of Figaro followed, and introduced Mr. Wilkinson,
for the first time, in the character of Antonio ; he was very well re-
received. Miss Paton also made her debut this season as Susanna.
She sang delightfully, and was highly applauded, particularly in f Lo,
Hear the Gentle Lark !"
A new Comic Opera is in rehearsal, and will be produced as soon
as possible.
$>mt# %ant Cfjeatrcv
The very plesant Comedy of The Poor Gentleman was acted here
last night. This Play does great credit to its author, Mr. Colman,
who has kindled by the effect of some of his chaiacters in it, a genial
feeling, and raised an agreeable tone of mind that suit well our En-
glish turn, which loves the honest and frank expression of the dictates
of the heart, and the pervading good humor of honesty and indepen-
dence. There is no author, living or dead, who has written so pe-
culiarly home (excuse the expression) to our national impressions and
character as George Colman, the Younger; and so long as he ad-
hered to the comic vein, we have admired the productions of his pen
as transcendently calculated to enliven and improve. On the present
occasion Mr. Dowton played Sir Robert Bramble ; if we could forget
Mr. Munden, we would say he acted it well; but Mr. Dowton cannot
convey the peculiar turn of Sir Robert's character, within the unctuous
humor of his predecessor* There was much to admire in the manner
in which the whole Comedy was performed, particularly in Mr. Ellis-
ton's Frederick, Mr. Harley's Ollapod, and Mr. Knight's Stephen
Harrowby.
Mathews, we understand, has announced his intention of being
" At Home" on Friday and Saturday next, at Brighton. Every place
in the Theatre, that could be taken, is bespoke. — British Press.
EXHIBITIONS
Mr. Cross's Grand Collection of Wild Beasts — Exeter-'Change, Strand.
Marshall's Perestriphic Panorama of the Battles of Ligny, les Quatre Bras
and Waterloo : every day and evening, accompanied by a full military band —
Spring Gardens.
Fann4s Fancy Glass-working Exhibition, in Miniature. Displaying the
whole Art of Modelling, Blowing, and Working— 16 1, Strand.
Diorama — Consisting of a View of the interior of Trinity Chapel, in the
Cathedral of Canterbury : and a View of the Valley of Sarnen, in Switzer-
land— Entrance ofRegent's Park, by Portland Place.
Mr. Bullock's Exhibitions of Ancient and Modern Mexico, presenting
unique, rare, and interesting collection of Curiosities, and a Panoramic
View of the City of Mexico — Egyptian Hall, Piccartiliv.
Printed & Published by E. Thomas, Denmark-eourt, Exeter-chance, Strand.
All Communications must be post paid, and addressed as above.
Cijeatie 3\opl, ©imp #.atu.
This Evening the Comedy of The
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• Doctor Cantwell, Mr DOWTON,
Maw. worm, Mr HARLEY, Darn ley, Mr PENLEY
Sir John Lambert, Mr POWELL,
Col. Lambert, Mr BROWNE, Seward, Mr Yo.unge
Old Lady Lambert, Mrs HARLOWE,
Charlotte, Mrs W. WEST,
Young Lady Lambert, Mrs ORGER,
After the Comcclv, a New
d
«»HJI til jo^ast^
;&
(Composed by Mr Noble)
By Mr and Mrs NOBLE, Mr HOWELL,
Mesdms. Valancy, Best, Carr, Gibbon, Stoneliall,
Smith, J. Smith, Carty, Ryatl, Davis,
Zerbine, Coliison.
To conclude with the Farce of
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Old Philpot, Mr GATT1E, Beaufort, Mr MERCER,
Young Philpot, Mr BROWNE,
Sir James Wilding, Mr HUGHES,
Young Wilding, Mr THOMPSON,
Quildrive, Mr HARROLD, Dapper, MrWEBSTER,
Servants, Messrs Honnor and Povey,
Corrine, Mis GRFEN, Maria, Miss I. PA TON,
To-morrow, The Dramatist, with The Liar, & The Sleeping Draught
Cljeatie fcopal, ^ai>>-J$taiftet.
This Evening, the musical Entertainment of
a: m isenevin
Sir Credule, Mr. WILLIAMS,
Sceptic, Mr. YOUNGER, Porter, Mr COATES.
Simon, Mr W. WEST,
Capfain Nightshade, Mr, COVENEY
Mrs Di, Mrs HUNT, Kitty. Mrs 0. JONES.
After which the Comedy of
wjLma
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Beau Shatterly, Mr vv. rAKKcr
Bickerton, Mr POPE. Melford, Mr COOPER
Ferret., Mr. W. WEST
Scamper, Mr VINING. Servant, Mr MOORE.
Captain O'Rapper, Mr LEE.
Officer, MrC. JONES. Mr Carmvel], Mr COVENEY.
Mrs Bickerton, Mrs GLOVER.
Fannv, Mrs T. HILL. Mrs Shatterly, MrsC. JONES.
irsCramwell, Mrs COVENEY.
To conclude with the Opera of The
r».
e ivianor,
Sir John Contrast, Mr WILLIAMS,
Rashlev, Mr HUCKELL, Rentall, Mr YOUNGER,
Young Contrast, Mr VINING,
Trmnore, Mr MELROSE, with an additional Air,
La Nippe, Mr W. WEST,
Serjeant Sash, Mr Brough, Ralph, Mr Bartley,
Corporal Drill, Mr Coveney,
Annette, Madame VESTRIS, who will sing
" Once a Maiden Spring Roses iv as Wearing"
" A Knight, Oh, My Story is True'
" The Dashing White Serjeant"
Sophia, Mrs GARRICK, Peggy. Mrs C. JO
_ Moll Flaogon, Mr LISTON,
X~ -morrow, Married and Single, with a Day after the Weddings
and the Beggar's Opera.
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The Hypocrite has stood its ground well, it was again acted last
night, and again Mr. Dowton gave a most striking representation of
the artful villain, who, under a sanctified exterior, conceals the
blackest heart a human being ever possessed. We have frequently
observed, and again repeat it, that this Play does serious injury to
the cause of religion.
Bliss I. Paton, takes a Benefit at this Theatre on Monday next,
when The Country Girl, a Masqurade , and other entertainments will
be performed.
I^ap^marfcct €$catte.
Whilst light humor is the pervading character of the pieces pro-
duced here, its reputation derived from the olden time, is sustained,
and we revisit it with a smile. Last night the entertainments were
Married and Single, with the Opera of The Lord of the Manor. —
On our arrival at the door, we found a notice posted, stating the sud-
den indisposition of Mr. Liston, and that Mr. Wilkinson, had, at a
short notice, undertaken to perform the part of Moll Flaggon, and
" hoped, that he should meet with that indulgence which had hitherto
been granted on such occasions." The new Comedy wa3 most flatter-
ingly received by a full house. In the Opera, Mr. Melrose, in the
song of The Beautiful Maid, met some slight opposition. Madame
Vestri3 was encored in " Once a Maiden Spring Roses was Wear-
ing" " <A Knight, Oh, my Story is True,'* and " The Dashing white
Serjeant.'* On the appearance of Mr. Wilkinson, as Moll, he was
met by the audience in the most unfriendly manner. — He bowed, they
called " Liston ! Off ! off !" Mr. Vining advanced, and in a neat man-
ner explained the cause of Mr. Liston's absence. The piece proceed-
ed without further opposition.
€nsttgl) <©gera^ousfe*
In consequence of the extensive preparations making for the pro-
duction to-night of the Gjermau Opera of Der Freischutz, for the
first time in this country, this Theatre was not opened yesterday
evening. This extraordinory piece form a general topic of conversa-*
tion in the theatrical circles.
Vauxhall. — The splendid decorations which distinguished the Co-
ronation Fete on Monday night were repeated last nigh, with, if pos-
sible, additional effect, Many distinguished families were present.
Cjjeatre frugal (Jnglish, ©pera^ousr,
This Evening, (first time) a Grand Musical Performance, entitled
er Freisehutz ;
Or, the SEVENTH BULLET/
This eccentric Vehicle for Music and Scenic effect is tl literal Translation from
the highly celebrated German Opera, composed by CARL MARIA VON
WEBER, which engages the assistance oi a largely encreased Orchestra.
Killian, MrTAYLEURE, Ottocar, (a Bohemian Prince) MrBAKEF,
Truno, (Ranger of the Forest) Mr BARTLEY,
Rodolph, (a Huntsman) Mr BRAHAM,
Casper, (a Ditto) Mr BENNETT, Rollo, (a Ditto) MrH. PHILIPS,
Huntsmen, Mess. Homy, J. Bland, J. Cooper,
Zaniiel, (the Black Yager, or Spirit of the Forest),Mr T. P. COOKE )
Agnes, (Knmio's Daughter) Miss NOEL,
Ann, Miss POVEY, Witch of the Wolfs Glen, Mrs BRYAN,
ACT I.— Scene I.— A SEQUESTERED PART OF THE FOREST.
Scene 2. — The Outskirts of the Forest and Village Inn.
The National Trial of Skill in shooting at a Target— Grand Chorus of Pea-
sants, or Huntsmen — March, and Procession of Villagers, &c — Song, Kiliany
and Laughing Chorus — Duetto, Rodolph and Rollo, and Chorus — National
Waltz — Grand Scena, Rodolph — Bacchanalian Song, Rollo — The Appearance
of ZAMIEL— The effects of a Magic Bullet— Bravura, Rollo.
ACT 2— Scene 1.— An ANTI-ROOM in the FOREST HOUSE.
Duetto, Agnes and Ann — Song, Ann — Grand Scena, Agnes — Duetto, Ann nuJ
Rodolph — Trio, Agnes, Ann, and Rodolph — Ballad, Rodolph,
Scen» 2— The WOLF's GLEN by MOONLIGHT.
Chorug of Invisible Spirits as the clock strikes 12 — Grand and Impressive
Music preparatory to the INCANTATION. — Casper's Summons, and Appear-
ance of ZAMIEL — Music indicative of the Magic Ceremonies — Accompanied
Recitative, Rodolph— Apparitions of Rodolph's Mother and of Agnes— Charm,
and Blessing of the Balls.
THE CASTING OF THE BALLS.— At No. I, (repeated by the echoes)
the Moon is eclipsed, Night-Birds and Apparitions of various Monsters appear.
At No. 2, The Witch of the Glen and various Reptiles appear.— At No. 3, A
Storm and Hurricane break down Trees and scatter the Fire — monstrous Forms
move through the Glen, and the Torrent turns to Blood ! — At No. 4, The Rattle
of Whttels and tramp of Horses are heard, and two wheels of fire roll through
the Glen — At No. 5, Neighing and Barking are heard- — Amid discordant and
eccentric Music, supposed to accompany the Wild Chace in Air, the misty
forms of a skeleton Stag, skeleton Horsemen and Honnds, pass over the magic
circle in the clouds, to a Hunting Chorus of Spirits — At No. 6, Tremendous
Storm of Thunder, Lightning, and Hail— Meteors dart through the Air and
dance on the Hills — The Torrent foams and roars— -The Rocks are riven, and
fresh Apparitions appear ; and all the horrors of the preceding scenes are ac-
cumulated, in order to drive the FREISCHUTZ from the magic circle.-*-At
No. 7, A Tree is rent asunder— ZAMIEL appears, surrounded by Fire, a^id
the Scene closes as the clock strikes ONE !
ACT 3— Scene 1— THE FOREST— Song, Rodolph— Scene 2— A Cham-
ber in the Forest House — Cavatina, Agnes— Song, Ann, and chorus of Brides-
maids— Scene 3, A Romantic Spot in which the Trial Shob takes place-— The
White-Dove— Semi-chorus — Death of Casper, and last appearance of. Zamiel.
To conclude with a new Operetta, entitled
MILITARY TACTICS,
The Characters as before.
'Cfjfatrc iie>i>al, $>a^jHaiftct.
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This Evening, the masieal Entetfealnrucnt of
A Day after the Wedding.
Col. Freelove, Mr VIN1NG,
Lord Rivers, Mr C. JONES, James, Mr. COATES,
Ladv Elizabeth Freelove, Mrs GIBBS.
MrsDavies, Mrs KENDALL.
After which, (6th time) a new Comedy, called
Married and Single
Beau Shatterlv, Mr W. FARREN.
Bickerton, Mr POPE. Melford, Mr COOPER
Ferret, Mr. W. WEST
Scamper, Mr VINING. Servant, Mr MOORE.
Captain O'Rapper, Mr LEE.
Officer, MrC. JONES. MrCarnwell, Mr COVENEY.
Mrs Bickertan, Mrs GLOVER.
Fanny, Mrs T. HILL. Mrs Shatterlv, Mrs C. JONES.
Mrs Cramwell, Mrs COVENEY.
To concludo with
The Beggar's Opera.
Captain Macheath, Madame VESTRI8,
Peachum, Mr W. FARREN,
Lockit, Mr WILLIAMS, Filch, Mr W. WEST,
Ben Budge, Mr EBSWOIITH, Mat o'the Mint, Mr BROUGH,
Jemmy Twitcher, Mr COATES. Harrv Paddifigton, Mr KENCH,
Crook-nnge3rod.Jack, Mr BRIS TO\y, ". Drawer, Mr C. JONES,
Wat Dreary, Mr LATHAM, Nimming Ned, Mr SAUNDERS,
Mrs Peachum, Mrs WINDSOR,
Polly, Miss PATON. Sukey Tawdry, Miss WOOD,
Lucy, Mrs C. JONES, Jenny Diver, Mrs Hunt.
In Act III. JL Hornpipe in Fetters^ by Mr Bemetzricder.
To-morrow, Mrs Smith, Married and Single, &c.
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Cljeatre &oj>al, Brut-p' 2,anr»
This Evening the Comedy of
The Dramatist.
Vapid, [with the original Epilogue] Mr ELLISTON,
Harry Neville, Mr ARCHER,
Lord Scratch, Mr GATTIE, Ennui, Mr HARLEY,
Fioriville, Mr BROWNE, Peter, Mr HUGHES,
Willoughby, Mr THOMPSON, Servant, Mr Webster
Lady Waitfort, Mrs HARLOWE,
Marianne, Miss S. BOOTH, Letty, Miss C. Carr,
Louisa Courtney, Miss SMITHSON.
Jn the course of the Evening,
MADAME CATALANI
Will Sing, Grand Aria, " JVon piu Jlndrax* — [Mozart]
Cavatina " Cava Consolatiy* [Rossini*
<l Pietosa a' iniei Lamenti," — [W. Clements]
And (first time)
*' Scots wha. ha'e wV Wallace Bled"
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After the Comedy, a New
Pastoral Ballet.,,
(Composed by Mr Noble)
By Mr and Mrs NOBLE, Mr HOWELL,
Mesdms. Valancy, Best, Carr, Gibbon, Stonehalj,
Smith, J. Smith, Carty, Ryall, Davis,
Zerbine, Collison,
To conclude with the Farce of
THE CITIZEN.
Old Philpot, Mr GATTIE, Beaufort," Mr MERCER
Young Philpot, Mr BRQWNE,
Sir James Wilding, Mr HUGHES,
Young Wilding, Mr THOMPSON,
Quildrive, Mr HARROLD, Dapper, MrWEBSTER,
Servants, Messrs Honnor and Povey ,
Corrine, Mis GRFEN, Maria, Miss I. PATON,
To-morrow, The Belle's Stratagem, Letitia Hardy, Miss I. Paton,
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Nn 926 JRMa&-< Jufy239 1824 fW I
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The German Opera of Der Freischutz ; or, the Seventh Bullet f
*»■ produced in this country for the first time last night, at this
theatre. It is of a highly melo-drainatic character, as the following
outline of the Story will shew : — Casper and Rodolph are two hunts-
men in the service of Ottocar, a Bohemian Prince. These young men
are livals in the regard of their master, and Casper has a further
canse of hatred for Rodolph, arising from his being beloved by Agnes,
a fair maiden of the village. The former to gratify his bad disposi-
tion, has devoted himself to Zamiel, the Daemon of the Wood, who
has supplied him with charmed bullets that always hit the mark ; and
also thro' the Daemon's aid, obtains the destruction of Rodolph's fame
as a marksman, whose rifle is constantly unsuccessful. An institution
has been formed in the village by the Prince, that once a year a Trial
Shot should take place, and the victor be rewarded with the maiden
he loves, and a portion. From the recent bad fortune he has had
with his rifle, Rodolph dreads the trial which is to take place on the
following day, and looks forward with grief to the loss of his Jlgnes.
Casper eager to destroy his rival, and sacrifice him to the Daemon, in
order to save himself, works upon his passion for this girl, so as to
draw him into an impious reliance on preternatural means for attain*
ing his wishes. He induces, Rodolph, to join him in the Damon's
haunt, and by magic spells to obtain the charmed bullets. Seven is the
number granted by the evil spirit, three of which Casper retains, and
gives the other four to Rodolph. The Prince having commanded the
latter to fire frequently in a subsequent cbace, he has only the seventh
Bullet left, and dreadi lest he should lose that before the hour of the
trial of skill. At last, however, that period arrives, and the seventh
Bullet remains in Rodolph's possession, but Casper thinking Rodolph
has fired away all his charmed bullets, is preparing for a triumph be-
fore Agnes and the whole, and strays about looking for her arrival at
the moment Rodolph aims at the bird pointed out — Kodolph fires, bat
the bullet instead of hitting the bird, pierces Casper, who, falling, Is
received by the Daemon as his victim by agreement, and is borne off
amidst a shower of fire; whilst the villagers, nothing daunted, ad-
vance and surround their Prince, who gives the fair Agnes to her
lover Rodolph. A most crowded and genteel audience received the
whole with very animated applause.— The music is beautiful.
Haymakket — There was a good house last night, to Bee Jl Day
after the JVedding, Married and Single, and The Beggar's Opera.
Drury Lane — The Dramatist, a Pastoral Ballet, and The Citizen,
were perfoiraed last night. Miss I. Paton acted Maria very cleverly. ■
(S^Our Correspondents tpust be aware that W6 ba?e do rocx for their favori
until D/ury Lane Theatre clest*.
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it** Ereniiig, (2ad time) a Grand Musieal Parfaraaace, .aiiUea
Der Freischutz
Or, */«? SEVENTH BULLET/
This eeeentrle Vehicle for Music and Scenic effect is a literal Translation from
the highly celebrated German Opera, composed by CARL MARIA VOX
WEBER, which ensraeres the assistance of a largely encreased Orchestra.
Killiaa, M r TAYLEURE, Ottocar, (a Bohemian Prince) MrBAKER,
Kuno, (Ranger of the Forest) Mr HARTLEY,
Rodolph, (a Huntsman) Mr BRAHAM,
Casper, (a Ditto) Mr BENNETT, Rollo, (a Ditto) Mr H. PHILIPS,
Huntsmen, Mess. Henry, J. Bland, J. Cooper,
Zanaiel, (the Black Yager, 0r Spirit of the Foreit) Mr T. P. COOKE,
Agnes, (Knuno's Daughter) Miss NOEL,
Ann, Miss POVEY, Witch of the Wolfs Glen, Mrs BRYAN,
ACT I.—Scenb L— A SEQUESTERED PART OF THE FOREST.
Scene 2. — The Outskirts of the Forest and Village Inn.
The National Trial of Skill in shooting at a Target — Grand Chorus of Pea-
sants, or Huntsmen — March, and Procession of Villagers, &c. — Song, KilUiu,
and Laughing Chorus — Duetto, Rodolph and Rollo. and Chorus — Natiooai
Walt» — Grand Seena, Rodolph—- Bacchanalian Song, Rollo — The Appearance
of ZAMIEL— The effects of a Matfic Bullet— Bravura, Rollo.
ACT 9— Scene I.— An ANTI-ROOM in the FOREST HOUSE.
Duetto, Agnes and Ann — Song, Ann — Grand Scena, Agnes— Duetto, Annual
Rodolph — Trio, Agnes, Ann, and Rodolph — Ballad, Rodolph.
Seen* 2— The WOLF's GLEN by MOONLIGHT.
Chorus of Invisihle Spirits as the clock strikes 12 — Grand and Impressive
Music preparatory to the INCANTATION. — Casper's Summons, and Appear-
ance of ZAMIEL — Music indicative of the Magie Ceremonies — Accompanied
Recitative, Rodolph— Apparitions of Rodolph 's Mother and of Agnes— Charre,
and Blessing of the Balls.
THE CASTING OF THE BALLS.— At No. I, (repeated by the echoes)
the Moon is eclipsed, Nlght-Birds and Apparitions of various Monsters appear.
At No. 2, The Witch of the Glen and various Reptiles appear.— At No. 3, A
Storm and Hurricane break down 1 rees and scatter the Fire — monstrous Forms
move through the Glen„ and the Torrent turns to Blood !— AtNo. 4. The Rattle
of Wheels and tramp of Horses are heard, and two wheels of fire roll through
the Glen — At No. 5, Neighing and Barking are heard — Amid discordant and
eeeentrle Music, supposed to accompany the Wild Chace in Air, the misty
forms of a skeleton Stag, skeleton Horsemen and Honnds, pass over the magie
cirele In the clouds, to a Hunting Chorus of Spirits — At Nc. 6, Tremendous
Storm of Thunder, Lightning, and Hail — Meteors dart through the Air and
dance on the Hills— The Torrent foams and roars — The Rocks are riven, aatf
fresh Apparitions appear ; and all the horrors of the preceding seenes are ae*
ctunvjated, in order to drive the FREISCHUTZ from the magie circle.— At
No. 7, A Tree is rent asunder— ZAMIEL appears, surrounded by Fire, and
the Scene closes as the clock strikes ONE !
ACT 3— Scene 1— THE FOREST— Song, Rodolph— Scene 2— A Cham-
her in the Forest. House-— Cavatina, Agnes— Song, Aan, and chorus of Brides-
maids— Scene 3, A Romantic Spot in which the Trial Shot takes pla«e---Tbe
White-Dove— Semi-chorus — Death of Casper^ and last appearance of Zamiel.
To conclude with a now Operetta, entitled
MILITARY TACTICS.
The Characters as before.
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All Communications must lie post paid, and addressed as above.
Clirarie ilcpal, Btmp i.ane.
mtxm m~* Afci^aflBM^MM
This Evening the Comedy of The
Belle's Stratagem.
Dorioourt, Mr ELLIS ION, Old Hardv, Mr DOWTON,
Sir George Touchwood, Mr ARCHER, Flutter, Mr BROWNE.
Saville, Mr YOUNGB, Courtalt, Mr MERCER,
SiWertongue, Mr HUGHES, Mountebank, Mr YARNOLD,
Dick, Mr WEBSTER, Gibson, Mr HONNOR,
Servant to Sir George, Mr T. Browne,
Gentlemen, Messrs. Harrold, Howell aud Gibbon,
Letitia Hardy, Miss I. PATON,
Mi«s Ogle, Miss CARR, Kitty Willis, Miss GREEN,
Mrs Racket, Mrs HARLOWE, Lady Touchwood, Mrs ORGER.
la Art 4, A MASQUERADE, in which Mr Noblk will dauce the
MINUET DE LA COUR with Miss I Paton.
After the Comedy, a New
Pastoral Ballet.
(Composed by Mr Noble)
By Mr and Mrs NOBLE, Mr HOWELL,
Mesdms. Valaney, Best, Carr, Gibbon, Stoneliall,
Smith, J. Smith, Carty, Ryall, Davis,
Zerbine, Collison.
To conclude with the Farce of Th«
Sleeping Draught.
Doctor Vincolo, Mr HUGHES,
Rinaldo, Mr MERCER, Gabriott, Mr Y ARNOLD, ■
Farmer Bruno, Mr GATT1E,
Popolino, MrHARLEY,
Yaldo, Mr HOWELL, 1st Fellow, Mr WEBSTER,
Second Fellow, Mr HARROLD,
Siguora Francasca, Miss SMITHSON,
Nonna, Mrs ORGER.
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To-raorroW, The Liar — the New Pastoral Ballet, — J he Citizea,
Wh*t Next ? and Singing by Madame Catalani for her Benefit.
This Evening, the Farce of
("MRS. SMITH.
Mr Smith, Mr LIS TON. Charles Wentwoiih, Mr VfNING,
Mr Stanley, Mr WILLIAMS, Jeweler, Mr C. JONES,
J he Widow Emily Smith, Mrs CHATTERLEY,
Mrs Sophia Smith, Mrs BOYCE, Betty, Mrs HUNT,
Mri Burton, Mrs COVENEY, Mrs Taffety, Mrs EBSWORTH,
.Milliner, Mrs W. JOHNSON, Peggy, Miss WOOD.
After which, (7th time) a new Comedy, ealled
'allied unci Single,
Beau Shmterh , Mr W. FARREN,
Bickerton, MPftye& Mel ford, Mr COOPER
ferret, Mr. W. WEST
Scamper, Mr VINING. Servant, Mr MOORE.
Captain O'Rapper, Mr LEE.
Officer, MrC. JONES MrCamwell, Mr COVENEY.
Mrs Bickertou, Mrs GLOVER.
Fanny, Mrs T. HILL. Mrs Shatterlv, MmC. JONES.
Mrs Cram well, Mrs COVENEY.
To conclude with (1st time at this Theatre) The
Two Pages of Frederick the Great.
Frederick the Great, Mr W. FARREN,
Phelps, Mr WILLI A MS, Augustus, Miss LOVE,
Theodore, Madame VESTRIS,
Ernest, Mr BROUGH, Dick, Mr C. JONES,
Le Papillon, Mr BARTLEY, Ostler, Mr COATES
Carlo, Mr COVENEY,
Pages, Mesdms. HUNT, W. JOHNSON, WOOD.
Madame Ritzberg, Mrs GLOVER,
Caroline, Mrs T. HILL, Lisbeth, Miss BOYCE,
Madame Phelps, Mrs GIBBS
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Te-jwonow, Married and Single, with Lock and Key, &c.
Daily Bills of the Play.
'« Nothing extenuate nor set dov;n auglit In twillce.
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Ao 827 Saturday, July 24, 1 824. /V/c* 1 1.
^ay^niatfict €f}catce.
After the amusing little piece of Jlfrs. S?mth, the new three-act
Comedy of Jlarried and Single was repeated, and amused in a con-
siderable degree. Mr. W. Farren acts the old Beau very humo-
rously, and looks the would-be young fool excellently. In Mrs, C.
Jones be has a rib of no common capacity ; and in Mr. Cooper a
nephew that may well put his claims on the right side of his grand
climateric, to the route.- Mr. W. West, in Ferret, looks very like
some of those young Attornies, who are to be met with at certaiu
busy times in Peele's coffee-house. Ke has all their pertness, self-
sufficiency, and affectation. He seems as if he were bred and born,
and educated in the purlieus of Lyon's-Inn. In short, we thought we
perceived a qualm come over some young fashionables, who possibly
were put in mind of Mr. Snipp's bill up to midsummer, and other
horrible things.
<£ngli$) <9pcra#ou0\\
This house is the chosen region of the romantic. The Vampire,
if we recollect right, was the first of a species of drama produced
here, which has since become periodical Frankenstein partook of
the same wild and original character, and now we have Der Frei-
schutz, which surpasses both in novelty. The music, alone, is suffi-
cient to render it popular. We would advise the dramatist to do Mr.
Coleridge's Christabelle into a melo-drama : the difficulty would be
in getting an adequate representative for the immortal " mastiff bitch,"
otherwise this " wild and singularly, original, and beautiful poem/'
according to poor Lord Byron, would give full scope to the exercise
of Mr. T. P. Cooke's talents. If we might hint at improvement in
Der Freischnts, Ave think the conclusion is exceedingly abrupt. —
After the Daemon walks off with Caspar, the rest of the dramatis
persona? join hands and begin singing with the greatest composure :
there should be some intervening business. We had the pleasure of
noticing Her Royal Highness, the Duchess of Kent, in a private box,
though incog ; Lady Guilford, Lady Beauchamp, Sir W. Congreve ;
and large parties of persons of distinction, both English and German,
filled the boxes.
SDrurp Sane Cljcatxc.
lnThe Belle's Stratagem, Mr. Ellistovs Boricourt, Mr. Dowton's
Old Hardy, and Miss Isabella Paton's Letitia Hardy, were emi-
nently successful. The Ballet was much admired, and Air. IJarley,
as Popolino, in The Sleeping Draught, amused highly.
Sadler's Wells, and The Amphitheatre had crewds of Visitors
last night.
tCfu atre'ftopal Cnglfefo #peras^ouse ,
This Eeeniog, (3r^. time) a Grand Musical Performance, entitled
Der Freisc
9
Or, the SEVENTH BULLET/
This eecentric Vehicle for Music and Scenic effect is a literal Translation fre«
th« highly celebrated German Opera, composed by CARL MARIA VON
WEBJER, which engages the assistance of a largelyencreased Orchestra.
Killian, MrTAYLEURE, Ottocar, (a Bohemian Prince) Mi BAKER,
Kuno, (Ranker of the Forest) Mr BARTLEY,
Rodolph, (a Huntsman) Mr BRAHAM,
Casper, (a Ditto) Mr BENNETT, Rollo, (a Ditto) MrH. PHILIPS,
Huntsmen, Mess. Henry, J. Bland, J. Cooper,
ZanieJ, (the Black Yager, or Spirit of the Forest) Mr T. P. COOKE,
Agnes, (Kmino's Daughter) Miss NOEL,
Ann, Miss POVEY, Witch of the Wolfs Glen, Mrs BRYAN,
ACT I.— Scene I.— A SEQUESTERED PART OF THE FOREST.
Scene 2. — Tke Outskirts of the Forest and Village Inn.
The National Trial of Skill in shooting at a Tarsret — Grand Chorus of Pea-
salts, or Huntsmen — March, and Procession of Villagers, &c. — Song, Kilian,
and Laughing Chorus — Duetto, Rodolph and Rollo, and Chorus — National
Walts — Grand Scena. Rodolph — Bacchanalian Song, Rollo — The Appearaace
•f ZAMIEL— The effects of a Masric Bullet— Bravura, Rollo.
ACT 2— Scene 1.— An ANTI-ROOM in the FOREST HOUSE.
Duetto, Agnes&nA Ann — Song, Ann — Grand Scena, Agnes— Duetto, Ann ani
Rodolph — Trio, Agnes, Ann, and Rodolph — Ballad, Rodolph.
Seen- 2— The WOLF's GLEN by MOONLIGHT.
Chorus of Invisible Spirits as the clock strikes 12 — Grand and Impressive
Music preparatory to the INCANTATION. — Casper's Summons, and Appear-
ance of ZAMIEL — Music Indicative of the Magic Ceremonies — Accompanied
Recitative, Rodolph — Apparitions of Rodolph's Mother and of Agnes— Charm,
and Blessing of the Balls.
THE CASTING OF THE BALLS.— At No. I, (repeated by the echoes)
ibe Moon is eclipsed, Night-Birds and Apparitions of various Monsters appear.
At No. 2, The Witch- -of --the Glen and various Reptiles appear.— At No. 3, A
Storm and Hurricane break down Trees and scatter the Fire — monstrous Form*
move through the Glen, and the Torrent turns to Blood !— At No. 4. The Rattle
of Wheels and tramp of Horses are heard, and two wheels of fire roll through
the Glen — At No. 5, Neighing and Barking are heard — Amid discordant and
eccentric Music, supposed to accompany the Wild Chace in Air, the misty
forms of a skeleton Stag, skeleton Horsemen and Honnds, pass over the magie
cirele in the clouds, to a Hunting ('horns of Spirits — At. No. 6, Tremendous
Storm of Thunder, Lightning, and Hail — Meteors dart through the Air aad.
dance on the Hills— The Torrent foams and roars--- The Rocks are riven, and
fresh Apparitions appear ; and all the horrors of the preceding scenes are ac-
cumulated, in order to drive the FREISCHUTZ from the magic circle.— At
No. 7, A Tree is rent asunder — ZAMIEL appears, surrounded by Fire, a»d
the Scene closes as the clonk strikes ONE !
ACT 3— Scbne 1— THE FOREST— Song, Rodolph— Scene 2— A Cham-
ber in tke Forest House— Cavatina, Agnes— Song, Ann, and ehorus of Brides-
maids— Seene 3, A Romantic Spot in which the Trial Shot takes place- -The
White-Dove— Semi-chorus — Death of Casper, and last appearance of Zaroiel.
To conclude with a new Operetta, entitled
MILITARY TACTICS.
The Characters as before.
Printed * '"Published by E. Thomas, Denmark-court. Exeretr-chariije, Strand.
All Communications must be cost uaiu and addressed as above-.
Cfjratrr &opal, Simp Eaiu.
MADAME CATALANi's NIGHT.
The Entertainments will commence with
"GOD SAVE THE KINO," hy Madame Catalan!,
(with Full Chorum)
After which, Foote's Corned v of
THE L I A E.
Yotmo- Wild ins, Mr ELLISTGN,
Papillion, Mr GAT I IE, Old Wilding Mr POWLEL
Sir James Elliott, Mr THOMPSON,
Miss Grantham, MrsORGER. Kitiw Mrs Harlowe.
Miss Godfrey, Miss S M I T H SON.
After the Comedy, a New
PASTO R A L B A L LET.
Bv Mr and Mrs NOBLE, Mr HOWELL, Sec.
To which will he added
THEC
3
Old Philpot, Mr GATT1E, Beaufort, Mr MERCER,
Young Philpot, Mr BROWNE,
Sir James Wilding Mr HUGHES,
Quildrive, Mr HARROLD, Dapper, MrWEBSTER,
Young Wilding Mr THOMPSON,
Corrinne, Miss GRFEN, Maria, Miss I. PATON,
In the course of the Evening,
Madame CATALANI will Sing
'* Home, sweet Home," — Rhode's Variations, " Scots wha ha'e ui'
Wallace bled," and Grand Scena, " Son Regini."
After which she will take leave in «' RULE BRITANNIA."
To conclude Avith, the Melo-drama of
THE MILLER's 31 AID.
The Miller, Mr YOUNGE, Giles, Mr £ HER WIN,
Mattv Marvellous, Mr HARLEY, Old Granger, Mr GATTIE,
George, Mr BROWN K, Game-keeper, Mr WEBSTER,
Dame, Mr* HARLOWE, Phoehe, Miss S. BOOTH.
On Monday, for tiie Benefit of Miss I. PATON, Know your own
Mind, with Turn Out, and a Grand Masquerade,
Cljeatre Eopal &a£*jlMef.
This Erenifcg, (Sth time) a new Comedy, ©ailed
alt?®
Beau Shajterlv, Mr W. PAftREN'/
Bickerton, Mr POPE. Mel ford, Mr COOPER
Ferret, Mr. W. WEST
Scamper, Mr YINING. Servant, Mr MOORE.
Captain O'Rapper, Mr LEE.
Officer, MrC. JONES. Mr Carmvell, MrCOVENEY.
Mrs Biekert[)n, Mrs GLOVER.
Fanny, Mrs T. HILL. Mrs Shatter! v, MrsC. JONES.
MrsCramweii, Mrs COVENEY.
After which the Farce of
Brummagem, Mr WILLIAMS, Capiain Vain. Mr JOHNSON,
Checrlv, Mr MELROSE, Ralph, (1st time) Mr LISTON,
Laura, Mrs GARRICK, Fanny, Mrs C. JONES,
Selina, Mrs COVENKV, Dally, Mrs HUNT,
To conclude with the Farce of
ivainarme
Petruchio, Mr COOPER, Baptista, Mr YOUNGER,
Ilortensio, Mr W. JOHNSON, Music Master, Mr EBSWORTH,
Tailor, Mr WILKINSON, Biondcllo, Mr XV. WEST,
Pedro, MrCovency. Grumio, Mr WILLIAMS, Cook, Mr Bartley,
Nathaniel MrC. Jorcs, Gabriel, Mr Moore, Gregory, MrCoates,
Katharine, Miss CHESTER,
Bianca, Mrs HUNT, Curtis, Mrs KENDALL,
On Monday, Married and Single, with Sweethearts and Wives.
EXHIBITIONS
Mr. Cross's Grand Collection of Wild Beasts — Exeter-'Change, Strand.
Marshall's Perestripinc Panorama of the Battles of Ligny, les Quatre Bras
and Waterloo : every day and evening ar.eomrjanied by a full military band —
Soring- Gardens.
F»nn,s Fancy Glass-working Exhihition, in Miniature. Displaying the
Tyhole Art of Modelling, Blowing, and Working-— 161, Strand.
.renting
tmiqup, rare, and interesting collection of Curiosities, and a Panoramit
View of the City op Mexico— Egyptian Hail, Piccadilly.
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The continued attraction of the Opera of Dcr Freticftutz, Vvas
evinced on Saturday evening bv the coucourse of persons assembled at
an early hour, at all the dcors. This piece is to be viewed more as a
vehicle for music, than as a drama of much interest, although theic
is a terrific character about it that may absorb attention in a high de-
gree. The scene of The Wolfs Glen,'by Moonlight, and the horrors
there exhibited, are calculated to impress the mind with a complete
idea of the whole art and mystery of Daemon-raising. A reference to
the description in the play-bill of this scene, will shew how the ele-
ments themselves, and ail the other resources of witchery, are brought
to assist in this extraordinary scene. Pieces of the most delightful
harmony are scattered through this Opera; and it, altogether, is a
most peculiar performance. Military Tactics followed, and amused
much.
SDi'tiru %ant Cftcatrc.
That admirable vocalist, Madame Catalani, took a Benefit here
on Saturday night, which was attended by a very numerous and gen-
teel company.
This evening the Theatre closes a season prolonged to an unusual
period — a season, of which Mr. Ellisto.v can truly say, he has had
throughout the greater part, distinguished patronage. On this occa-
sion f%Jiss Isabella Paton takes hetjirst Benefit since her appearance
on the stage. Her success as a comic actress, has been eminent in
the few characters which she has yet riifdxrr taken ; and her youth and
talents give token of a long and Brilliant career. She plays to-night
a character in which" she has not been seen, and it is one that is cal-
culated to display her in a very favourable point of view.
The performances here on Saturday evening, were i/tfarried and
Single, Loch and'Key, and Katharine ahd Petruchio. In the last
piece, Miss Chester and Mr. Cooper sustained the characters of
saucy Kate, and the bold Petruchio, with great spirit and effect. —
The house was well attended.
Sadler's Wells. — This Theatre has fallen into the hands of Mr.
Grimaldi and Mr. Hughes, who open it this evening. — It is thus likely
to become again a favorite place of resort.
Vauxhall.- — These enchanting Gardens are to be open to-ni^ht.— •
The weather is must propitious.
This Evening, a comic Sketch, in I Act, called
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- . Brass, Mr W. WEST,
Sir Ferdinand Friskv, Mr JOHNSON,
Landlord, Mr EBSWORTH,
Amelia Wildlove Mrs CHATTERLEY,
Kattv O'Carrol Mrs CHATTERLEY !
Marchioness de Grenouille Mrs CHATTERLEY ! !
Captain Wildlove Mrs CHATTERLEY ! ! !
Marquis de Grenouille.. . . Mrs CHATTERLEY ! ! ! !
Peggy, Miss WOOD.
After which, the Comedy of
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Beau Shatter! v, Mr W. FARREN.
Bickerton, Mr POPE. Melford, Mr COOPER
Ferret, Mr. W. WEST
Scamper, Mr VINING. Servant, Mr MOORE,
Captain O'Rapper, Mr LEE.
Officer, MrC. JONES. Mr Camwell, MrCOVENEY.
Mrs Bickerton, Mrs GLOVER.
Faaov, Mrs T. HILL. Mrs Shatterlv, Mrs C. JONES.
Mrs Crain well, Mrs COVENEY.
To conelude with the Operatic Comedy of
Sweethearts & Wives.
The Music composed and selected by
Messrs. Whitaker, Nathan, T. Cooke, and Perry.
Admiral Franklvn, Mr WILLIAMS,
Billv Lackaday, Mr LISTON, Charles, Mr VINING,
Sandford, Mr MELROSE, Curtis, Mr LEE,
Eugenia, Miss CHESTER,
Mrs Bel!, Mrs C. JONES, Susan, Mrs GARRICK,
^ Laura, Madame VESTRIS.
To-morrow, The Padlock, with The Young Quaker, &c,
Cfyratrrftopal, ©imp iane.
Last Night of Performing this Season,
Miss ISABELLaIMiTON's Night.
This Evening the Comedy of
Knott) Your Own Mimh
Millamour, Mr ELLISTON, Dashwopd, Mr BROWNE,
Malvil, Mr ARCHER. Richard, Mr HONNOR,
Rvgrove, Mr POWELL, Captain Bvgrove, Mr MEKCh'R,
Sir Harry Lovewit, Mr PENLEY. Sir J. Millamottr, Mr THOMPSON
Charles, Mr HUGHES, Robert, Mr POVEY,
Ladv Bell, flhst time) Miss ISABELLA PATON,
Ladv .fane, Mrs ORGER. Mrs Bromley, Mrs HARLOWE,
Miss Neville, Mrs H. HUGHES, Madame La Rouge., iMiss GREEN.
After which the Farce of
TURN OUT.
Restive, Mr DOWTON, Somerville, Mr MERCER,
D* Treacle, MrGtetie, Forage/Mr KNIGHT. GregOiy,Mi HARLEY
Peggy, Miss GREEN,
Marian, Bliss S. BOOTH, Mis Ramsay, Mrs WILLMOTT,
To which will be addrd a
GRAND
To the London Performers of all the London Theatres.
The Stags will represent [a magnificent Garden, illuminated with
various variegated Lamps,
A Hunting Glee—" What shall he have that killed the Deer." by Messrs.
FITZ WILLI AM, FOSTER, YARNOLD, G. SMITH, &c.
" The Humours of Monlsev Hurst," by Mr. HAllLEY.
The Minuet de la Cour, by Miss I. PATON and Mr. NOBLF.
Duet, " My Pretty Page," Miss Cubit t and Master Edmonds,
Gypsies Glee, " From Afric's Sun to Polar Snow," Master Edmonds,
Messrs. Yarnold, Foster, G. Smith, Webster, Sheriff, &c.
Mesdamss Willmott, Webster, Gibbon, J.Smith, Smith. &c.
" Polly Glover r Mr. KXTGHT.
QUADRILLES.—Mesdms. Valancy, Best, Carr, Carly, Zefbtei, &c.
Messrs. Hope, Browne. Gussio, Seyniorrr, Watkin*. White, kc.
» Trip o'er the tfosrs and be Frisky " Mr. FITZ WILLI AM J
Pantomical Evolutions, Messrs. BlaneHard, Howell, &c,
" The Friar of Orders Grey," by Mr. G. Smith.
Fairy Glee, '* Here m Cool Grot/' Miss Cubitt, Miss Blake,
Messrs. Fitzwiliiam. Yarnold, Foster. Edmonds, G. Smith, &c.
Mr GRAY will, exhibit his celebrated Fantoccini, Twice during the
Masquerade, accompanied by the Pandean Rand.
To conclude with a Grand
EMBLEMATICAL DISPLAY OF FIRE- WORKS.
'Ibis Evening, (4th. time) a Grand Musical Performance, entitled
Or, the SEVENTH BULLET/
This eccentric Vehicle for Music and Scenic effect is a literal Translation from
the highly celebrated German Opera, composed by CARL MARIA VON
WEBER, which engages the assistance of a largely encreased Orchestra.
Killian, Mr TAYLEURE, Ottocar, (a Bohemian Prince) MrBAKER,
Kiino, (Hanger of the Forest) Mr BARTLEY,
Rodolph. (a-Huntsman) Mr RRAIIAM,
€asper. (a Ditto) Mr BENNETT, Hollo, (a Ditto) MrH. PHILIPS,
Huntsmen, Mess. Henry,, J. Bland, J. Cooper,
2amiel, (the Black Yager, or Spirit of the Forest) Mr T. P. COOKE,
Agnes, (Kmmo's Daughter) Miss NOEL,
Ann, Miss POVEY, Witch of the Wolfs Glen, Mrs BRYAN,
ACT I.— Scene I.— A SEQUESTERED PART OF THE FOREST.
Scene 2. — The Outskirts of the Forest and Village Inn.
The: National Trial of Skill in shooting- at a Target — Grand Chorus of Pea-
sants, or Huntsmen — March, and Procession of Villagers, &c. — Song, Kiliait,
and Laughing Chorus — Duetto, Rodolph and Hollo, and ('horns — National
Waltz— Grand Scena, Rodolvh — Bacchanalian Sons*, Rollo — The Appearance
©f Z AM [EL— The effects of'a Magic Bullet— Bravura, Rollo.
ACT 2— Sckne l.-r An ANTI-KOOM in the FOREST HOUSE.
Scen« 2— The WOLF's GLEN by MOONLIGHT.
Chorus of Invisible Spirits as the clock strikes 12 — Grand and Impressive
Music preparatory to the INCANTATION. — Casper's Summons, and Appaar-
anee of ZAMIEL — Music indicative of the Magic Ceremonies— Accompanied
Recitative, Rodolph — Apparitions of Rodolph's Mother and of Agnes— Charm,
and Blessing of the Balls.
THE CASTING OF THE BALLS.— At No. I, (repeated by the echoes^
the Moon is eclipsed, Night-Birds and Apparitions of various Monsters appear.
At No. 2, The Witch of tho Glen and various Reptiles appear.— At No. ft, A
Storm and Hurricane break down 1 rees and scatter the Fire — monstrous Forme
move through the Glen, and the Torrent turns to Blood ! — At No. 4, The Rattle
*>f Wheels and tramp of Horses are heard, and two wheels of fire roll throagk
the Gl^n — At No. 5, N.eighing and Barking are heard — Amid discordant aasl
.eeftentric Music, supposed to accompany the Wild Chace in Air, the misty
forms of a skeleton Stag, skeleton Horsemen and Honnds, pass over the raafie
nirele in the clouds, to a Hunting Chorus of Spirits — At. No. 6, Tremendoes
Storm of Thunder, Lightning, and Hail — Meteors dart through the Air and
dance on the Hills— The Torrent foams and roars— The Rocks are riven, and
lYash Apparitions appear ; and all the horrors of the preceding scenes are ac-
cumulated, in order to drive the FREISCHUTZ from the magie circle.— At
No. 7, A Tree is rent asunder—ZAMIEL appears, surrounded by Fire, aud
tke Scene closes as the clock strikes ONE !
ACTS— Scknb 1— THE FOREST— Song, Redolph— Sseie 3— A Cham-
ber in the Forest House— Cavatina, Agnes— Song, Ann, and ehorns of Brides-
maids— Scene 3, A Romantic Spot in which the Trial Shot takes plaee— The
White-Dove- — Semi-chorus-— Death of Casper, and last appearance of Zansie!.
To conclude with a new Operetta, entitled
FREE AND EASY.
The Characlcri as before.
Printed <t Published l>> E.Thomas, Denma.rfc*c«»urt. Kx«*i^i --ehansp. S»rasd»
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No 829 Tuesday, July 27 , 1824. Price U.
Zterc Freischutz is the subject of general conversation. One loun*
ger asks another, " Have you seen that singular affair at the English
Opera-House V — " Oh, do Pa, let us go and sec Friz — Friz— what
do you call it V says City Mies.— — " Lard, now, I vondcr vhat
that 'ere thingumbob queer Hoperer is all about," exclaims a Wapping
land-lady. In short, from St James's to St. Catherine's, you will hear
it spoken of. Such is the influence of music, and--cw7 spirits ! The
last scene of this piece is wonderfully improved. We noticed in the
private boxes, the Earl of Craven, Lady Scott Douglas, Mr. Secretary
Peel, Mrs. Peel ; and in the dress-circle, which was crowded with
fashionably attired females, Lady Morres Gore, Lady Bernard, Lady
Ravensworth, Lord Radstock, Countess Mangden, Col. Vaughan, Mr.
Calcraft, M. P. Mr. P. Grenfell, M. P. and numerous other distin-
guished parties which we cannot particularise. The Overtinc, and
one of Mr. Braham's eongs, were encored— The house was filled in
every part.
There was a very crowded house last night, to see Twelve Pre*
cisely, Married and Single, and Sweethearts and Wives. The se-
cond piece ought to have been compressed to two acts.— -The audience
seemed to be highly entertained.
2)rucp Hane €l)eatre.
This Theatre concluded its season, last night, with the Comedy of
Know your Own Mind, the Farce of Turn Out, and a Masquerade.
The play-bills announced that these performances were for the Benefit
of Miss Isabella Paton, but they were foi the joint Benefit of that
young lady and the Proprietor. The house filled very well in the course
of the evening, and much amusement was derived from the various en-
tertainments. Miss I. Paton represented Lady Ball, and exhibited a
just conception of the character, with a considerable felicity of exe-
cution. It is a part that requires a perpetual flow of spirits, and a
pointed style of delivery and manner, and these requisites Miss I.
Paton put forth in a manner that frequently elicited animated applause,
and she sang an air with ao much taste as to merit the warm encore
she received. This young lady gives promise of being a permanent
favorite of the public ; and more particularly pos because she ever
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seems absorbed in her character, without any thought of self breaking
out through her style. No one can he a good actor or actress, with-
out possessing this entire abstraction from every thing bat the cha-
racter filled. Let Miss I. Patox continue closely to follow the rules
which her admirable instructor, Mr. Chapman, has laid down, and
there is no fear of her entire success. In the Farce, Miss S. Booth,
Mr. Dowton, Mr. Harley, and Mr. Knight, amused greatly. The
Masquerade was well enough — there were some pleasant songs. Mr.
Harley was encored in " The Humours of JMoulsey Hurst" Miss
Paton walked the minuet do la cour with Mr. Noble, with the utmost
grace and elegance.
■Mr. Ellistox appeared between the Comedy and Farce, and spoke
the following Address.
Ladies and Gentle: en,
I cannot allow flue present opportunity to pass without again
congratulating you and myself on the prosperous state of the ailairs
of this Theatre. Instead of having added to the debts of the Thea-
tre, by your kindness, means have been found materially to reduce the
old debts.... I hope I am sufficiently well known to the public, my ge-
nerous patrons, to be believed, when I state, that under these cir-
cumstances, I shall not fail to revive pieces which are established fa-
vorites, and also to introduce to your notice others unknown to you,
but worthy of your patronage. I hope, Ladies and Gentlemen, by
next September, to offer to you several new pieces worthy of you and
this great national Theatre. Ladies and Gentlemen, I have the ho-
nour to offer you all my most hearty thanks for your kindness, and to
bid you a most affectionate farewell."
On Sunday, Mr. Kean left town, In his travelling carriage, accom-
panied by Mr. R. Phillips, for Holyhead ; from thence he proceeds to
Dublin.
Mr. Macready, has, it is said, been engaged by Mr. M'Donnell to
perform a certain number of nights at the Cork theatre ; he is to ap-
pear during the assizes.
TO CORRESPONDENTS.
We have to apologise to many friends, whose favors we have been unable to
insert or notice, from so many Theatres being- open at one time. We shall
soon be at liberty to attend to all our Correspondents , but we particularly re-
quest that their letters may be temperate and brief.
EXHIBITIONS
Mr. Cross's Grand Collection of Wild Beasts — Exeter-'Change, Strand.
Finn.s Fancy Glass-working Exhibition, in Miniature. Displaying the
■whole Art of Modelling, Blowing, and Working— 161, Strand.
Diorama — Consisting of a View of the interior of Trinity Chapel, in the
Cathedral of Canterbury: and a View of the Valley of Sarnen, in Switzer-
land— Entrance of Regent's Park, by Portland Place.
Mr. Bollock's Exhibitions of Ancient and Modern Mexico, presenting a
unique, rare, and Interesting collection of Curiosities, and a Panoramic
View of the City of Mexico — Egyptian Hall, Piccadilly.
Printed & Published by E. Thomas, Denmark-court. Exeter-chance, Strand.
All Communiaations must be post paid, and addressed as above.
djtatre ftopal CttgUsh <S»peia* House,
7 his Evening, (5th. time) a. Grand Musical Performance, entitled
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Or, the SEVENTH BULLET!
Killian, MrTAYLEURE, Ottocar, (a Bohemian Prince) MrTSAKER,
Kuno, (Ranker of tlie Forest) Mr HARTLEY,
Rodolph, ~(a Huntsman) Mr BRAIIAM,
Casper, (a Ditto) Mr BENNETT, Hollo, (a Ditto) Mr II. PHILIPS,
Huntsmen, Mess. Henry,- J. Bland, J. Cooper,
Zamiel, (the Black Yager, or Spirit of the Forest) Mr T. P, COOKE,
Agnes, (Knuno's Daughter) Miss NOEL,
Ann, Miss POVEY, - Witch of the Wolfs Glen, Mrs BRYAN,
Act I— Scene I. — A Sequestered Part of the Forest. 2 — The Outskirts of
the Forest & Village Inn. The National Trial of Skill in shooting at a Target •
The Appearance of 'ZAMIEL— The' effects of a Magic Bullet.
Act 2. -"Scene 1. — An Anti-Room in the Forest House. 2.— The Wolf's
Glen -by Moonlight. Chorus of la visible Spirits as it strikes 12 — Grand and
Impressive Music preparatory to the Incantuliun. — Caspar's Summons, & Ap-
pearance of S 'MiEL — Apparitions of Rodolph 's Mother & of Agnes— Charms
and Blessing of the Balls.
THE CASTING OF THE BALL8.--At No. I, (repeated by the echoes)
the Moon is eclipsed, Night-Birds and Apparitions of various Monsters appear.
At No. 2, The Witch of tlh* Glen and various Reptiles appear.— At No. 3, A
Storm and Hurricane hreak down Ireesand scatter the Fire — monstrous Forms
move through the Glen, and the Torrent turns to Blood !— At No. 4. The Rattle
of Wheels and tramp of Horses are heard, and two wheels of fire roll through
the Glen — At No. 5. Neighing and Barking are heard — Amid discordant and
eccentric Music, supposed to accompany the Wild Cha.ce in Air, the misty
forms of a skeleton Stag, skeleton Horsemen and Hounds, pass over the magie
circle in the clouds, to a Hunting Chorus of Spirits — At No. 0, Tremendous
Storm of Thunder, Lightning, and Hail — Meteors dart through the Air and
dance on the Hills— The Torrent foams and roars— The Rocks are riven, and
fresh Apparitions appear ; and all the horrors of the preceding scenes are ac-
cumulated, in order to drive the FREISCH'UTZ from the magic circle.-— At
No. 7, A Tree is rent asunder— ZAMIEL appears, surrounded by Fire, and
the Scene closes as the clock strikes ONE !
Act 3— Scene 1. — The Forest. 2— A Chamber in the Forest House. 3,— A
Romantic Spot in which the Trial Shot takes place-— TheW'hite-Dove— Death
of Cqsper, and last appearance of Zamicl.
To conclude with the Musical Farce of
' GRETNA GREEN.
LordLovcll, Mr PEARMAN, with " Love's delightful hour,"
Mr Jenkins, Mr WRENCH,
MrTomkins, Mr W. BENNLTT, Larder, Mr POWER,
Emily. Miss POVEY, Betty Finikin, Miss KELLY.
To-morrow, Dcr Freischutz, Military Tactics, &c.
tHjeatie ftopl, jfo^JWatftet.
This Evening, the musical Farce of
THE PADLOCK.
Leander, Miss LOVE, who will introduce
Say, What is more dear to the Heart of the Brave ?'
Don Diego, (Ut time) Mr WILLIAMS,
Mungo, Mr W. WEST,
Scholars, Messrs COVENEY and C. JONES,
Ursula Mrs C. JONES,
Leonora, ^liss PATON, who will introduce
" THE SOLDIER TIRED, %c"
After which, the Comedy of
lie Young Quaker*
Chronicle, Mr W. FARREN,
Young Sadhov, Mr YINING, Clod, Mr LISTON,
Spatterdash, Mr HARLEY,
Shadrach, Mr WILLIAMS, Lounge, Mr Coveney,
Captain Ambush, Mr. JOHNSON,
Twig, MrCOATES, Goliah, Master TOKELY,
Lady Rounceval, Mrs WINDSOR,
Pink, Mrs GIBBS, Mrs Millfleur, Mrs Kendall,
Dinah Primrose, Miss CHESTER,
Araminta, Miss LOVE, with It was a Lover Sf his lass
To conclude with (2nd time at this Theatre) The
Two Pages of Frederick the Great.
Frederick the Great, Mr W. FARREN,
Phelps, Mr WILLIAMS, Augustus, Miss LOVE,
Theodore, Made VESTRIS, Carlo, Mr COVENEY,
Ernest, Mr BROUGH, Dick, Mr C. JONES,
Le Papillon, Mr BARTLEY, Ostler, Mr COATES
Pages, Mesdms. HUNT, W. JOHNSON, WOOD.
Caroline, Mrs T. HILL, Lisbeth, Miss BOYCE,
MadcRitzherg, Mrs Glover, Made Phelps, Mrs Gibbs
fo-monw, The Beggar's Opera, with Married and Single, &c.
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After Der Freischutz, which again attracted in an extraordinary
degiee, the Farce of Gretna Green was performed in the most amus-
ing manner. The acting of Miss Kelly and Mr. Wrench, as Betty
Finikin and Mr. Jenkins, is inimitable, and they were laughed at
and applauded * to the very echo.'— The house was crowded to excess.
^apmarhct Qfytatte.
The varied and amusing character of the performances at this
house, ensure it a high degiee of favor from the lovers of mirth.—
The musical Farce of The Padlock was the first piece, in which that
charming vocalist, Miss Paton, sang in the* most delightful manner.
Miss Love, also, although turned into a little male creature, lost hut
few of her attractions. Mr. Williams made a good Diego, and Mr.
West was a clever JUungo. Mr. Harley in the following piece of
The Young Quaker, appeared here for the first time this season, as
Spatterdash, and was received in the way he ever is, most cordially.
The whole of this piece was well performed, particularly by Mr. Vi-
KtNG, Mr. Farren, Mr. Harley, and Miss Chester. The Two
Pages of Frederick the Great was the last on the list, and was admi-
rably acted. — There was a numerous audience.
A new Comic Opera is in preparation.
Signor Rossini quitted London on Monday night, on his way to the
Continent. He, with a party of friends, sat down to a farewell din-
ner ; but behold ! an unexpected guest made his appearance, insti-
gated by one of those vulgar creatures called <rreditore, who, it ap-
peared, had no soul for music, and chose that unlucky hour to press
a disputed debt — il maestro paused, on one side he felt inclined to re-
sist, give bail, &c. ; on the other, the dinner fumes titilated his ol-
factory nerves — unable to resist, the disputed claim was discharged,
harmony restored, and il maestro again looked gay, and mirth and
hilarity reigned until the hour of parting.
The young lady known to the public as Miss Beaumont, who re-
cently bade farewell at Covent Garden Theatre, was married on Sa-
turday last to Mr. George Owen, of the Secretary's Office, East
India House. The young lady is the youngest daughter of the late
Dr. Browne, of Trinity College, Dublin.
TH£ THEATRICAL OBSERVER.
Miss Stephens ..took her Benefit on Saturday, at the Edinburgh
Theatre ; on which occasion Mr- Sapio and Mr. Horn appeared —
British Press.
Dieppr. — A company of comedians, from the Theatre do Gymnase
at Paris, are about to transfer their scenic operations to this place.
Mathews was " At Home," at the Theatre on Thursday and Saturday
evenings. — The house on each occasion was pretty well crowded. On
these nights his songs were accompanied by a full orchestra, and the
effect produced was so superior to the accompaniment of a single piano-
forte, that it is to be hoped he will always have a band for the future
in his highly comic entertainments.
A Musical Festival, upon a grand and extensive scale, is to take
place at Edinburgh the latter efcd of October, to be conducted by Sir
George Smart.
At Davis's Royal Jlmphi theatre, this evening the popular represen-
tation of The Battle of Waterloo, with Mons. Due row's surprising
Horsemanship, mid Harlequin and the Dragon of Want ley.
Vauxhall. — This delightful place of amusement, will be open this
evening, with all its former splendid attraction.
Sadler's Wells Theatre was last night, respectably attended, to
see the grand water-piece, and other novelties.
To the Editor of The Theatrieal Observer.
Mr. Editor,
I am extremely sorry to trouble you, but perhaps you
can explain to me whether a new performer, who makes a first appear-
ance in a new character, has not a right, from general usage, certain
number of orders ; if so, I am sorry to say, our summer theatres have
departed from the custom.
I am, Sir,
A LOVER OF JUSTICE.
EXHIBITIONS
Mr. Cross's Grand Collection of Wild.Beasts — Exeter-'Change, Strand.
F*nn,s Fancy Glass-working Exhibition, in Miniature. h Displaying the
whole Art of Modelling, Blowing, and Working— 161, Strand.
Diorama — Consisting of a View of the interior of Trinity Chapel, in the
Cathedral of Canterbury : and a View of the Valley of Sarnen, in Switzer-
land—Entrance of Regent's Park, by Portland Place.
Mr. Bullock's Exhibitions of Ancient and Modern Mexico, presenting a
unique, rare, and interesting collection of Curiosities, and a Panoramic
View of the City ©f Mexico— Egyptian Hall, Piccadillv.
(£§- It is respectfully suggested to our Friends to be careful, in going to the
Theatre, ndt to be imposed on by an imitation of this Paper
Printed & Published by E. Thomas, Denmark-court. Exeter-change, Strand.
All Communications must be post paid, and addressed as above.
This Evening will be pei formed
The Beggar's Opera.
Captain Macheath, Madame VESTRIS,
Peachum, Mr W. FARREN,
Lockit, Mr WILLIAMS, Filch, Mr W. WEST,
Ben Budge, Mr EBSWORTII, Mat o'tlie Mint, Mr BROUGH,
Jemmy Trtitcher, Mr COATES. Carry Paddington, Mr KENCU,
Crook-fingered Jack, Mr BKIST (ttY, Drawer, Mr C. JONFS,
Wat Dreary, Mr LATHAM, dimming Ned'. Mr SAUNDEKS,
Mrs Peachum, Mrs WINDSOR,
Pollv, Miss PATON. Sukey Tawdry, Miss WOOD,
Lucy, Mrs C. JONES, Jenny Diver, Mrs Hunt.
In Act ill. A Hornpipe in Fetters, by Mr Bemetzricaer.
After which the Farce of
Killing no Murder.
Sir Walter Wilton, Mr WILLIAMS,
Apollo Belvi, Mr L1STON,
Buskin, Mr HARLEY, with "Manager Strutt,"
Bradford, MrCOVENEY, Tap, Mr E8SWORTH,
Servant, Mr COATES,
Mrs Watchet, Mrs JONES, Nancy, Miss WOOD,
Fanny, Mrs C. JONES,
To conclude with the Comedy of
Married and Single,
Beau Shatterlv, Mr W. FARREN."
Biekerton, Mr POPE. Melford, Mr COOPER
Ferret, Mr. W. WEST
Scamper, Mr VINING*. Servant, Mr MOORE.
Captain O'Rapper, Mr LEE.
Officer, MrC. JONES. Mr Cam well, MrCOVENEY.
Mrs Bickertan, Mrs GLOVER.
Fanny, Mrs T. HILL. Mrs Shatterlv, MrsC. JONES.
MrsCramwell, Mrs COVENEY.
— ' V ! . ■ i . u
To-morrow, The Heir at Law, with the Marriage of Fi&aro.
4r
C^-atre 'Royal Citgiis!) ©pera- House,
1 his Evening, (Ctli. time) a Grand Musical Performance, entitled
® W A
rjff ®
Or, */*<? SEVENTH BULLET/
Killian, MrTAYLEURE, Ottoear, (a Bohemian Prince) MrBAKER,
Kuno, (Kanger of the Forest) Mr BART LEV,
Rodolph, (a Huntsman) Mr BRAHAM,
Casper, (a Ditto) Mr BtiNNETT, Uollo, (a Ditto) Mr H. PHILIPS,
Huntsmen, Mess. Henry, J. Bland, J. Cooper,
Zamiel, (th« Black Yager, or Spirit of the Forest) Mr T. P. COOKE,
Acjnos, (Knuno'a Daughter) Miss NOEL,
Ann, Miss POVEV, Witch of the Wolfs Glen, Mrs BRYAN,
Act 1— Scene T. — .-Y Sequestered Part of the Forest. 2 — The Outskirts of
the Forest & Village Inn. The National Trial of Skill in shooting at a Target
The Appearance of ZAMIEL— The effects of a Magic Bullet.
Act2.— Scene 1. — An Anti-Room in the Forest House. 2. — The Wolf's
Glen by Moonlight. Chorus of Invisihle Spirits as it strikes 12 — Grand and
Impressive Music preparatory to the Incantation. — Casper's Summons, & Ap-
pearance of ZiMihL — Apparitions of Rodolph's Mother & of Agnes— ^OHarras
and Blessing of the Balls.
THK CASTING OF THE BALLS.— At No. I, (repeated by the echoes.)
the Moon is eclipsed, Night-Birds and Apparitions of various Monsters appear.
At No. 2, The Witch of lbs Glen and various Reptiles appear. — At No. 3, A
Storm and Hurricane hreak down I rees and scatter the Fir a' — monstrous Forms
move through the Gfk-n, and the Tqrreut turns to Blood !— At No. 4, The Rattle
of Wheels ami tramp oe Horses are heard, and two wheels of fire roll through
the Gl^n — At No. 5, Neighing and Barking are heard — Amid discordant and
eccentric Music, supposed to accompany the Wild Chace in Air, the misty
forms of a skeleton Stag, skeleton Horsemen and Hounds, pass over the magic
eii cle ia the clouds, to a Hunting Chorus of Spirits — At No. 0, Tremendous
Storm of Thunder, Lightning, and Hail — Meteors dart through the Air and
dance on the Hills— The Torrent foams and roars—The Rocks are riven, and
fresh Apparitions appear ; and all the horrors of the preceding scenes are ac-
cumulated, in order to drive the FREISCHUTZ from the magic circle.— At
No. 7, A Tree is rent asunder— ZAMIEL appears, surrounded by Fire, and
the Scene closes as the clock strikes ONE !
Act ,3— Scene I. — The Forest. 2— A Chamber in the Forest House. 3,-^-A
Romantic Spot in which the Trial Shot takes place---TheWMte-Deve— Death
of Casper, and last appearance of Zamiel.
After which the Comic Operetta of
MILITARY TACTICS.
The Characters as before.
To conclude with the Musical Farce oi
.Love among the Moses.
•Alderman Marigold, Mr W. BENNETT, Fdmund, Mr BLAND,
Capt. Gorgon, Mr UAIiTLEY, Sharpset, Mr WRENCH,
Timothy Hollyhock, Mr WILKINSON,
Rose, Miss HOLDAWaY.
To-morrow, Der Freischutz, with Love's Dream.
THE
Vftf atvical 0ftjScvbev ;
AND *
Daily Hills of the Play.
** Nothing extenuate nor set down aught in malice."
AV 831 Thursday ^Jidy 29^ 1824. Price \d.
g . ^L — — — i i * — i— i i —
Every body will go and see Der I* jieischutz, once; — almost
every body will go at second time — to be again delighted with the
music, and re-horrified with the incantation. The whole scene is now
most appalling and interesting, the ravens and bats flit about dis-
mally. The wild chace in the air, with the skeleton horsemen, &c.
are powerfully effective. The whole arrangement of 1 he casting the
charmed balls, is decidedly the ne plus ultra of the terrific. We
saw Lord Uxbridgo, the Countess of Guilford, (a 2nd time,) Ladies
Acton, Berwick, Granville Somerset, Cockburn, Sheffield, Honora-
ble Mrs. JH ope, Hon. Mrs. Knight, Hon. Mr*. Herbert, Sir Lewis
Miller, Cavendish Bradshaw Esq. Sir George Barclay, and 'numerous
other parties of the first distinction : and all assembled at the early
hour of seven, to hear the celebrated Overture.
J^ap^marftet €$catra.
Last night, The Beggar's Opera, Killing 710 Murder, and Mar-
ried and Single, were the announced pieces. Miss Patox, however,
who was to have played Polly, in the Opera, could not appear in con-
sequence of indisposition, and Mr. T. Dibden* in making the apology,
and proposing other performances, found the audience very much dis-
satisfied— so much so, that the representation of The Beggar's
Opera was obliged to take place, as they would not be disappointed
by not having the pleasure to see Madame Vestris. Mrs. T.Hill
undertook Miss Paton's part, and sang some of the airs pretty well,
and altogether deserved much praise for her readiness and desire to
please. Madame Vesthis looked as engaging as her masculine attire
wotld permit her, and sang charmingly, but not like a Macheath. lu
the Farce, Mr. Liston, as usual, amused the audience highly in the
character of Apollo Belvi, particularly in the dancing-duet with Mr.
Harley, in which he made a faux pas, and fell upon his hands and
knees. The only damage he received was a considerable breach in his
inexpressibles, which occasioned peals of laughter, and he was ac-
tually compelled by the audience to repeat the dance in this condi-
tion ! Our old friend, Harley, as Billy Buskin, went through his
metamorphoses to the great entertainment of the house ; — could
he not, by the bye, get a more human-looking wig than that which
he wore as the hair-dresser? — it is decidedly too outre. The house
was full of genteel people, and we anticipate a flourishing campaign
this season.
TINS THEATRICAL OBSERVER.
During the interval between the pieces at the Cobourg Theatre, on
Monday night, a ruffian in the gallery, threw a large stone ginger-
beer bottle with the greatest violence into the pit ; the bottle struck
the head of an eldeily female, who, stunned by the blow, nearly
fainted ; some friends near her took off her bonnet and cap,which were
deluged ia blood. The sinferer was carried out of the theatre, and an
universal cry prevailed throughout the house for the detection of the
miscreant, but unfortunately for the end of justice, he escaped in the
confusion.
Mr. Fhilipps, of the English Opera House, gives a Lecture on
Singing and Vocal Music at the Argyll Rooms to-morrow.
To the Editor of The Theatrical Observer.
Sir — Seeing a short query in your useful publication of yesterday,
as to whether a new performer, making a first appearance in a new
character, has not a right to a certain number of orders. I beg to
inform your correspondent, that the " order" is altogether a matter
of courtesy from the proprietors, and that he must be extremely ig-
norant of theatrical affairs in proposing the question, when it is known
that there are times when gratuitous admissions keep money from
the doors /and which would evidently be the case now, during the suc-
cessful career of Der Freischutz at one of •' our summer theatres."
I am, Sir, your's obediently,
AN OLD STAGER.
To the Editor of The Theatrieal Observer,
Sir — Observing the number of cases of Hydrophobia, and being a
great play-goer, I beg to state that I hope none of our Managers
will, for the present, get up " The Forest of Bondy ; or, the Dog of
Mohtargis" lest the canine performer in the piece should prove mad,
and not only bite Captain Aubri, but the other persons of .the drama,
and perhaps fly at the audience !
Your's, P. P.
To Mister Editor.
Sir,
You'll exkuse me, but, Sir, seeing as how you've a vast to do
about the theaturs, and it being as now cruel hot weather for them
'ere places, you'll exkuse me, but as I'm a poor widow out o' work,
and wants sommit to do, might'nt I get a bit o' bread by hawking of
dry pocket-hanherchers , at the theaturs, for the 'commodation o* them
as purspires over freely } — I would'nt charge no more nor a shilling a
piece, and I'd take 'em back for four-pence, an they ban't used by
snuffy people. •;
t I am, your Servant, to oblege
SALLY SUDDS.
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This Evening, the Farce of
MRS. SMITH.
Mr Smith, Mr LISTON, Charles Wentworth, Mr VINING,
Mr Stanley, Mr WILLIAMS, Jeweller, Mr C. JONES,
The Widow Emily Smith, Mrs CHATTERLEY,
Mrs Sophia Smith, Mrs BOYCE, Betty, Mrs HUNT,
Mrs Burton, Mrs COVENEY, Mrs Taffcty, Mrs EBSWORTH,
Milliner, Mrs W. JOHNSON, Foggy, Miss WOOD.
After which, the Corned v of
The Heir at £.&w.
Daniel Dowlas, alias Lord Duberley, Mr LISTON,
Dick Dowlas, Mr VINiNG,
Doctor Panoloss, Mr HARLEY,
Henry Morland, Mr JONHSON, Kenrick, Mr LEE,
Stedfast, Mr YOUNGER,
Zekiel Homespun, Mr W. WEST,
Deborah Dowlas, or Lady Dul)erlev, Mrs WINDSOR
Caroline Dormer, Miss BOYCE,
Cicely Homespun, [1st time] Miss LOVE,
The ORIGINAL EPILOGUE by the Characters.
To conel«d* with (3rd time at this Theatre) The
Two Pages of Frederick the Great.
Frederick the Great, Mr W. FARREN,
Phelps, Mr WILLIAMS, Augustus, Miss LOVE,
Theodore, Made VESTRIS, Carlo, Mr COVEN EY,
Ernest, Mr BROUGH, Dick, Mr C. JONES,
LePapillon, Mr BARTLEY, Ostler, Mr COATES
Pages, Mesdms. Hunt, W. Johnson, & Wood.
Madame Ritzberg, Mrs GLOVFR,
Caroline, Mrs T. HILL, Lisbeth, Miss BOYCE,
Madame Phelps, Mrs GIBES,
To-morrow, Sweethearts and Wives, with Married and Single.
%\)t atre fto»al <^it$lish $ptr<& House
This Evening, (7fch. time) a Grand Mnsieal Performance, entitled
I>er n
reisciiuiz ;
Or, the SEVENTH BULLET/
KttKan, MrTAYLElXRE, Ottocar, (a Bohemian Prince) MrBAKEH,
Kmno, (Ranger of the Forest) Mi BARTLEY,
Rodolph, (a Huntsman) Mr BRAHAM,
Casper, (a Ditto) Mr BENNETT, Hollo, (a Ditto) MrH. PHILIPS,
Hnntsmen, Mess. Henry, J. Bland, J. Cooper,
ZaraicJ, (the Blank Yager, or Spirit of the Forest) Mr T. P. COORK,
Agnes, (Knnno's Daughter) Miss NOEL,
Arm, Miss POVEY, Witch of the Wolfs Glen, Mrs BRYAN,
Act I — Scene I. — A Sequestered Part of the Forest. 9.— The Outskirts ef
th? Forest & Villa ffe Inn. The National Trial of Skill in shooting at a Target
Tho Appearance of ZAMIBL— The effects of a Magie Ballet.
Act 2.— Scene I. — An Anti-Room in the Forest House. 9. — The Wolfs
Glen by Moonlight. Chorus of Invisible Spirits as It strikes 12 — Grand and
Impressive Mnsio preparatory to the Incantation. — Casper's Summons, & Ap.»
pearanee of Z*mihl — Apparitions of Rodolph's Mother & of Agnes— Charms
and Blessing of tho Balls.
THE CA8TIXQ OF THE BJLLS. — At, No. I, (repeated by the eehoea)
the Moon as eclipsed, Night-Birds and Apparitions of various Monsters appear.
At No. 2, The Witeh of the Glen and various Reptiles appear.— At No. 3, A
Storm and Han-inane break down Ireesand scatter the Fire — monstrous Forms
move through the Glen, and the Torrent turns to Blood I— At No. 4, The Rattle
of Wheels aad tramp of Horses are heard, and two wheels of fire roll through
the Gl*»n — At No. 6, Neighing and Barking are heard — Amid diseordaufc and
eecentrie Musie, supposed to accompany the Wild Chaee in Air, the misty
forms of a. skeleton Stag, skeleton Horsemen and Honnds, pass over the magie
circle in the clouds, to a Hunting Chorus of Spirits— At. No. 0, Treraondona
Storm of Thunder, Lightning, and Hail — Meteors dart through the Air and
dance on tho Hills— The Torrent foams and roars— The Roeks aro riven, and
fresh Apparitions appear ; aad all the horrors of the preceding scene* are ac-
cumulated, i a order to drive the FREISCHUTZ frem the magie eircle.— At
No. 7, A Tree is rent asunder— ZAMIEL appears, surrounded by Fire, aatl
the Snene closes as the elock strikes ONE !
Act 3— Scene 1. — The Forest. 2— A Chamber in the Forest House. 3,— A
Romantic Spot in which the Trial Shot takes place. —The WhitnJDove— Deatfc
of Casper, and last appearance of Zamiel.
After which the Comic Operetta of
REAM.
Frederick Easy, Mr WRENCH, Henry Moreton, Mr PEARMAN,
Simon, (1st time) Mr W. CHAPMAN,
Mr Dormer, Mr GROVE, Lawyer, Mr TAYLEURE,
Cecilia Dormr-r, Miss KFLLY, Maria, Mrs BRYAN,
* — — — ■• ' x — — — — — — - - — ..-■■■ ■ ■ ii— ^»
Tc-moiTow, Dor Freischiitz, with Gretna Green.
THE
Vftaitrf cal ®to£tt1in' ;
AND
Daily Bills of the Play.
" Nothing extenuate nor set down aught in malic*."
•r ^ ^ ^" ^~ ■* ^ &
No. 832 Friday, July SO, 1824. Price U.
There was another fashionable and crowded assemblage here last
night, to see Der Freischutz, and Love's Dream. The former piece
has been much improved in many respects since the first night, and
would give perfect satisfaction, were the concluding scene altered a
little. It is destructive of all past interest, to behold in this scene
the Dasmon walk in amongst a number of people, and bear off one oi
them amidst flames and other devilish horrors, whilst the remaining
group look on with indifference, and instantly proceed, on the iden-
tical ground that had gaped and swallowed up their comrade, to sing
and be merry, and make a match at matrimony. Surely it would
have been better for those whom the Devil had left untouched, to fly,
and let the scene close over the roasting of the wicked Caspar. Af-
terwards they might have been congregated in a pleasanter spot, and
have sang and danced, and made the lovers happy. However, Dor
Freischutz has the merit of being a very singular production, and
the music in general is uncommonly fine. Mr. Braham, Miss Noel,
Miss Povey, and Mr. H. Phillips, sang with excellent effect, and
obtained great applause. The Overture, as usual, was much ad-
mired.— The Orchestra is very ably conducted.
In Love's Dream, the cleverest of all the clever Miss Kelly's,
acted with infinite , humor and dexterity, and with Mr. Wrench ia
the same piece, often received loud applause. Mr. W. Chapman aUo
gave great satisfaction.
There was an excellent house here last night. The first piece was
Mrs. Smith, *hich amused considerably : then tame The Heir at
Law, which was admirably acted. Mr. Lyston's old Chandltr is a
fine comic hit, and Mr. Harley's Doctor Pangloss, has all the eccen-
tricity of manner recessary for this farcical sketch. These two gen-
tlemen kept the audience in high mirth. Mrs. Windsor's Lady Du-
lerly was ;not badly done. Dick Dowlas, by Mr. Vising, was well
acted. That rising performer, Mr. W. West, played Zekiel Hotne-
*pun with great truth of colouring, and looked the honest eountry
lad extremely well. Miss Love appeared as the unsophisticated
Cicely, and got through the part pretty tolerably, considering that
she is so smart' a lady in her usual etyle of performing. The Two
Pages of Frederick the Great was the last piece, and Mr. W. Far-
rbk, Madame Vestris, Miss Levi, and Mrs. Gibs*, rendered^ very
entejrttininjr,
THE THEATRICAL OBSERVER.
A young man of colour, at Jamaica, has been sentenced to prisoi
for two months, on a charge of having cried out to the actors on the
stage of the theatre, during the performance, " Play the downfall of
Jamaica!" — British Press.
The attractions of Vauxoall are presented this Evening.
To the Editor of The Theatrical Observer.
Mr. Editor,
Being well aware of the liberality of your valuable
Observer, I take the liberty of stating the following circumstance.
A friend of mine, (a youth seventeen years of age) having been per-
suaded by several amateurs, that he possesses abilities for the his-
trionic art, which (if cultivated) might enable him to become an or-
nament to the Stage ; is desirous to know what line of conduct he
should pursue for that purpose ; therefore, if you, or (through your
inserting this) any of your readers, could inform him, he, and my-
self, would ever feel grateful for your kindness.
I am, Sir,
A CONSTANT READER.
The Editor thinks the young gentleman should make application to
Mr. T. Dibden, who instructs for the Stage.
To the Editor of The Theatrical Observer.
Sir,
Seeing an answer to my letter published by you yesterday; I
cannot help replying to it ; I know not who the writer is, but he has
answered my letter very confidently. -I do say, Sir, that when new
pei formers make their appearance, they have a right to send their
friends. As to it being a matter of courtesy, I well know, or the lady
to whom I allude would have sent some friends, but she could not as
she was only allowed two Orders. As to the successful career of
Der Freischutz at one of our summer theatres, that can have nothing
to do with my letter, as the person to whom I allude, made her first
appearance before it was announced, and the pit of the Theatre was
not half full ; and when I heard she was only allowed a certain num-
ber of orders, I sent several persons to the house myself.
I am, Sir,
A LOVER OF JUSTICE.
EXHIBITIONS
Mr. Cross's Grand Collection of Wild Beasts— Exeter-'Change, Strand.
Finn's Fancy Glass-working Exhibition, in Miniature. Displaying the
■whole Art of Modelling, Blowhag, and Working — 161, Strand.
Diorama — Consisting of a View of the interior of Trinity Chapel, m the
Cathedral of Canterbury : and a View of the Valley of Sarnen, in Switzer-
land—Entrance of Regent's Park, by Portland Place — Clo»e$ to-morrow.
Mr. Bullock's Exhibitions of Ancient and Modern Mexico, presenting a
unique, rare, and interesting collection of Curiosities, and a Panoramic
View of the City of Mhxico — Egyptian Hall, Piccadilly.
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This Evening, a Comic Sketch, in 1 Act, call'd
Seeing is Believing.
Sir Credule, Mr WILLIAMS,
Sceptic, Mr YOUNGER, Porter, Mr COATES,
Captain Nightshade, Mr COVENEV,
Simon, Mr W. WEST,
Miss Di, Mrs HUNT, Kitty, Mrs C. JONES,
After which, the favorite Operatic Comedy5 called
sweethearts & Wives.
The Music composed and selected by
Messrs. Whitaker, Nathan, T. Cooke, and Perry.
Admiral Franklvn, Mr WILLIAMS,
Billy Laekaday, Mr LISTON, Charles, Mr VIN1NG,
Sand ford, Mr MELROSE, Curtis, Mr LEE,
Eugenia, Miss CHESTER,
Mrs Bell, Mrs C JONES, Susan, Mrs GARKICK,
Laura, Madame VESTRIS.
To conclude with the Comedy of
Married and Single.
Beau Shatterlv, Mr W. FARREN.
Bickerton, Mr POPE. Mel ford, Mr COOPER
Ferret, Mr. W. WEST
Scamper, Mr VI KING*. Servant, Mr MOORE.
Captain O'Rapper, Mr LEE.
Officer, MrC. JONES. MrCamwell, Mr COVENEY.
Mrs Bickerton, Mrs GLOVER.
Fanny, Mrs T. HILL. Mrs Shatterly, MrsC. JONES.
Mrs Cram well, Mrs COVENEY.
To-morow, Such Things Ave, with the Padlock,
C!)catit 'ftoyal digits l; ©pet a- House,
9
This Evening-, (Sth. time) a Grand Musical Performance, enticed
.chutz
C*«i //ie SEVENTH BULLET!
Kaoo. (Ran£er of the Forest) Mr BARTLEY,
KiltUs, MrTAYLftUR^ Dttk-ar, (a Bonemian Prince) MrBAKER,
Rodolph. (a Huntsman) Mr BRAHAM,
Casper, (a Ditto) My BKNNHTT, Hollo, (a Ditto) MrH. PHILIPS,
Huntsmen, Mess. He-nrv, J. Bland, J. Cooper,
Zaroiol, (the Black Yager, or Spirit of the Forest) Mr T. P. COOKE,
Agnes, (Knuno's Daughter) Miss NOEL,
Ann, Miss FOVEV, Witch of the Wolfs Glen, Mrs BRYAN,
Actl— Scene !.— A Sequestered Part of the Forest. 2.— The Outskirts «f
the Forest & Village Inn. The National Trial of Skill in shooting at a Target
The Appearance of ZAM1EL* — The effects of a Magio Bullet.
Act 2.— Scene 1. — An Anti-Room in tho Forest House. 2. — The Wolf's
<31en by Moonlight. Chorus of Invisible Spirits as it strikes 12 — Grand and
Impressive Music preparatory to the Incantation. — Casper's Summons, & Ap-
pearance of Zaniel — Apparitions of Itodolph's Mother & of Agnes— Charm*
and Blessing of the Balls.
THE CASTING OF THE BALLS.— At No. I, (repeated by the echoes)
the Moon is eclipsed, Night-Birds and Apparitions of various Monsters appear.
At No. 2, The Witch of the Glen and various Reptiles appear. — At No. 3, A
Storm and Hurricane break down Trees and scatter the Fire — monstrous Forms
move through the Glen, and the Torrent turns to Blood !— At No. 4, The Rattle
of Wheels and tramp of Horses are heard, and two wheels of fire roll through
the Glm — At No. 5, Neighing and Barking are heard — Amid discordant and
eccentric Music, supposed to accompany the Wild Chace in Air, the misty
forms of a skeleton Stag, skeleton Horsemen and Honnds, pass over the magic
circle in the clouds, to a Hunting Chorus of Spirits — At No. 6, Tremendous
Storm of Thunder, Lightning, Bad Hail — Meteors dart through the Air and
dance on the Hills-— The Torrent foams and roars— The Bocks are riven, and
fresh Apparitions appear ; and nil the horrors of ths preceding seenes are ac-
cumulated, in order to drive the FREISCHUTZ from the magic circle. — Al
No. 7, A Tree is rt>nt asunder — ZAMIEL appears, surrounded by Fke, and
the Scene closes as the clock strikes ONE I
Act 3— Scene 1. — The Forest. 2— A Chamber in the Forest House. 3, — A
Romantic Spot in which the Trial Shot takes place— TheWhite Dove—Death
of Casper , and last appearance of Zamiel.
After which the Comic Operetta of
ETNA GREEN.
Lord Lovewcll, Mr PEARMAN, with " Love's delightful hour,"
Mr Jenkins, Mr WRENCH,
MrTomkins, Mr W. BENNETT, Larder, Mr POWER,
Emilv. Miss POVEY, Betty Finikin, Miss KELLY.
To-morrow, Dcr Freischiitz, with Free and Easy.
THE
AND '
Daily Hills of the Play.
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t% Nothing oxtenuate nor set down aught in malice. "
No. 833 Saturday, July 31, 1824. Price Id.
Nothing new occurred in the performance of Der Freischutz lust
night ; but it attracted as much as before. JYIiss Kelly and Mr.
Wrench were extremely amusing in Gretna Green. Mr. Pearjman
and Miss Povev sang very pleasingly. — We think Mr. Peakman im-
proved by his recent trip.
The performances of last night went off with excellent effect, and
gave much delight to a numerous audience. In -Sweethearts and IVives,
which was the second piece, Bladamc Vestkis was encored in her
song of " Why arc you wandering here I pray" and Mr. Liston in
his Lamentation Song. The new Comedy of Married and Single
was the last piece, in which an apology was made by Mr. Cooper, for
Mrs. T. Hill, who was indisposed, and Miss Wo'id undertook the
part, and got through it very well.--The new Comic Opera forth-
coming, is anxiously looked for by the regular play-goers. In part of
our number, yesterday, we spoke of Mr. West, instead of Mr. Huckel.
A very astonishing musical phenomenon, in the form of a female
child, only three years and eight months old, is now performing on
the harp at Liverpool. Her skill is so extraordinary, that many of
the audience are affected even to tears. No name is given — they call
her the In/ant Lyre.
We are happy to hear that the subscription for poor Mis. P>la\d
is encreasing. Persons of all ranks have come forward on this occa-
sion. An addition, however, to what has been contributed, is still
required, to place her in a proper state of comfort.
Dublin Theatre — July 28.— " The public are respectfully in-
formed, that Mr. Kean is engaged at this Theatre for a limited num-
ber of nights, and will make his first appearance on Monday next,
in the tragedy of King Richard the Third." — Bliss M. Tree is only
to perform here for a few nights longer. She has pleased in an emi-
nent degree, because she possesses so much sweetness of manner, and
has so delightful a voice. — We shall greatly regret her departure.
Liverpool Theatre. — Miss L. Kelly, Mr. Connor, and Mi,
Meadow?, are here.
THE THEATRICAL OBSERVER.
hwgi—ii iLwOtiL
Birmingham Theatre. — July 26. — Our townsman, Jones, takes
his Benefit to-night, and his acknowledged talents, aided by a nu-
merous and respectable connexion here, will doubtless ensure him a
good house*. .The evening's entertainments will derive very consider-
able additional attraction by the appearance of that excellent comic
actress, Mrs. Davison, aftes a long absence from our boards.
July 29 — On this evening, Mr. Warde, who daily rises in estima-
tion with the public, performs his admired character of Rob Roy.-~~
Mr. Elliston is to appear to-morrow in bis popular character of
Ranger, in The Suspicious Husband, with him Mr. Blanchard and
Mrs. Davison also appear.
The first of Mr. Philipp's Lectures were delivered yesterday at the
Argyll Rooms. His instructions arc original ; he exemplifies them
by instances and illustrations ; and those who cultivate the vocal art,
would do well to treasure up bis precepts. — It is with the utmost
pleasure we find Mr. Philipps intends to give a second Lecture.
To the Editor of The Theatrical Observer.
My dear Observer,
There are two or three things in the performance of
this Der Freischutz, at the linglish Opera-House, which should be
altered. In the first place, the stage effect would not be at all di-
minished if lamps were placed at the back of the boxes : at present
they are so dark that you cannot discover the features of your next
neighbour — many a pretty face, therefore goes without its just tribute
of admiration. Mr. Arnold has contrived to draw together some
very genteel audiences, and he must know that a great part go as
much to be seen as to see. The house looks now just as it did when
Mr. Bartley gave bis Astronomical Lectures. The music of this
piece is certainly very fine, but the translation appears to me to be
too literal. There is little or no interest in the lovers, or the comic
characters, but the originality and spirit-stirring wildness of the story
are sufficient to render it attractive. Mr. Bennett is a passable melo-
dramatic actor, but he has an unfortunate dragging delivery, which
is very tedious. Could not the casting of the balls be shortened a
little ? — I really was quite tired of seeing this gentleman making faces
over his cauldron. There are some other matters capable of being
mended, but the last scene is the most defective part of the piece,
but as you have mentioned this before, however, I need not dwell
upon it. There is altogether a considerable deal of the extraordinary
about Der Freischutz ; and it is no wonder it is so much run after.
Your's, JOHN BROWN.
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This Evening, a Comic Sketch, in I Act, calld
Twelve Precisely.
Brass, Mr W. WEST, Landlord, Mr EBSWORTH,
Sir Ferdinand Friskv, Mr JOHNSON,
Amelia Wildloye Mrs CHATTERLEY,
Katty O'Carrol Mrs CHATTERLEY !
Marchioness de Grenouille Mrs CHATTERLEY ! !
€aptain Wildiove Mrs CHATTERLEY ! ! !
Marquis de Grenouille.. . . Mrs CHATTERLEY !-!!-!
Peggy, Miss WOOD.
After which, the Onaedy of
Such Tilings Are,
The Sultan, Mr POPE, Lord Flint, Mr JOHNSON,
Sir Luke Tremor, (1st time) Mr. W. FARREN,
Mr Twincail, Mr LISTON, El virus, Mr VINING,
Mr Haswell, Mr COOPER,
Mr Meanright, Mr Younger, Zedan, Mr Williams
1st Keeper, Mr Johnson, 2nd Do Mr Ehs worth,
First Prisoner, Mr C. Jones, 2nd Do. Mr Bartley,
Female Prisoner, Mrs GLOVER,
Lady Tremor, Mrs GIBBS, Aurelia, MissBOYCE,
To conclude with the Musical Farce of
THE PADLOCK.
Leander, Miss LOVE, who will introduce
Say> What is more dear to the Heart of the Brave f
Don Diego, Mr WILLIAMS, Mungo, Mr WEST,
Scholars, Messrs COVEN EY and C. JONES,
Ursula, Mrs C. JONES,
Leonora, MissPATON, who will introduce
" THE SOLDIER TIRED, <ftc."
Oa Monday, The Young Quaker, with Killing no Murder, and
The Two Pages of Frederick the Great.
Cf)ratre'&ojMl CngUsh ©peia^ouse,
This Evening, (Oth. time) a Grand Musical Performance, entitled
I>er Freischutz ;
Or, the SEVENTH BULLET/
Kuno. (Ranger of the Forest) Mr BARTLEY,
HilMan, J\Ir TAYLEURE, Ottocar, (a Bohemian Prince) MrBAKER,
Kodolph, (a Huntsman) Mr BRAHAM,
Casper, (a Ditto) Mr BENNETT, Rollo, (a Ditto) Mr H. PHILIPS,
Huntsmen, Mess. Henry, J. Bland, J. Cooper,
Zamml, (the Black Yager, or Spirit of the Forest) Mr T. P. COOKE,
Agnes, (Knuno's Daughter) Miss NOEL,
Ann, Miss POVEY, Witch of the Wolf's Glen, Mrs BRYAN,
Act 1 — Scene I. — A Sequestered Part of the Forest. 2.-— The Outskirts of
the Forest & Village Inn. The National Trial of Skill in shooting at a Target
The Appearance of ZAMIEL— Tha effects of a Magie Bullet.
Act 2.-— Scene 1. — An Anti-Room in the Forest House. 2. — The Wolf's
Glen by Moonlight. Chorus of Invisible Spirits as it strikes 12 — Grand and
Impressive Musio preparatory to the Incantation. — Casper's Summons, & Ap-
peurance of Zjnihl — Apparitions ofHodolph's Mother & of Agnes— Charm*
and Blessing of the Balls.
THE CASTING OF THE BALLS.— At No. I, (repeated by the echoes)
the Moon is eclipsed, Night-Birds and Apparitions of various Monsters appear.
At No. 2, The Witch of Jhq Glen and various Reptiles appear.— At No. 3, A
Storm and Hurricane break down T rees and scatter the Fire — monstrous Forms
move through the Glen, and the Torrent turns to Blood ! — At No. 4, The Rattle
of Wheels and tramp of Horses are heard, and two wheels of fire roll through
the Glen — At No. 5, Neighing and Barking are heard — Amid discordant and
eccentric" Music, supposed to accompany the Wild Chace in Air, the misty
forms of a skeleton Stag, skeleton Horsemen and Honnds, pass over the magic
eircle in the «louds, to a Hunting Chorus of Spirits — At No. 6, Tremendous
Storm of Thunder, Lightning, and Hail — Meteors dart through the Air and
dance on the Hills— The Torrent foams and roars*-- -The Rocks are riven, and
fresh Apparitions appear ; and all the horrors of the preceding scenes are ac-
cumulated, in order to drive the FREISCHUTZ from the magic circle.— At
No. 7, A Tree is rent asunder- -ZAMIEL appears, surrounded by Fire, and
the Scene closes as the clock strikes ONE !
Act 3— Scene 1. — The Forest. 2— A Chamber in the Forest Mouse. 3, — A
Romantic Spot in which the Trial Shot takes place---TheWhitc Dove— Death
of Casper, and last appearance of Zaraiel.
After which the Comic Opera of
FREE and EASY.
Sir John Freeman, Mr WRENCH,
Mr Charles Courtley, Mr BARTLEY, Ralph, Mr RAYNER,
Michael, Mr W. CHAPMAN,
Richard, Mr SALTER, Peter, Master BODEN.
Mrs Charlotte Courtley, Miss POVEY, Rose, Miss R. BODEN,
Gertrude, Miss KELLY.
Eugenia, MissCARR, Cook, Mrs. JERROLD.
Oh Monday, Dcr Freischutz, Military Tactics, with A Dun a Day.
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/>/?« Freischutz was attended by another numerous and genteel
audience on Saturday night. The- Music, and the scene of the Cast-
ing of the Balls, appear to be the grand attractions of the piece. —
Mr. Bra HAM was encored in the song, " JVow, good night," as was
the Chorus of Huntsmeu in " fVhat equals on earth the delight of
the huntsman."
Free and Easy followed, and was well acted by Mr. Wrench, Mr.
Bartley, Mr. Kayner, Mr. Chapman, and Miss Kelly.
For the first time, this season, and, we believe, for many years,
the dull and heavy Comedy of Such Things Are, was performed at
this Theatre on Saturday night ; we (\o not think the revival does any
credit to the taste or judgment of the Manager. On its first repre-
sentation it was exceedingly popular, but solely because the celebrated
Howard was then the subject of universal admiration, and his name
the theme of universal praise. To compliment this excellent man (who
by the bye, is described by the authoress as hateing all compliments)
Mrs. Inchbald produced her Comedy, and however deserving of the
success that followed, this feeling might have been, it was more than
a rccompence for the talent employed upon it. The production is as
insipid as it could well be, and there is nothing of humor, bustle, or
character, to atone for its decided want of interest and dramatic in-
cident. We cannot but condemn in the most unqualified manner the
revival of this piece, while so many of its betters are forgotten by
those, who alone possess the power of preserving from oblivion the
works of our best dramatists. Mr. W. Farren performed with ad-
mirable effect the part of Sir Luke Tremor, but it must have been
wretched, indeed, if he had not been able to render it amusing. Mi.
Liston was not " At Home" in the character of Ttoineell, and his
gift of rich humor was lost. Mr. Johnson acted My Lord Flint,
but did nothing more. Mr. Vining, who is daily improving, was ex-
cellent as Elvirus ; and Mrs. Glover and Mrs. Gibbs were both ad-
mirable as Arabella and Lady Tremor. We must not omit our tri-
bute of praise to the acting of Mr. Cooper, who sustained the part
of Mr. Haswell in as perfect a style as we ever recollect. His con*
THE THEATRICAL OBSERVER
ception of, the character was exquisite, and his performance equally
so. The Farce of The Padlock followed: Miss Paton and Miss
Love sang very sweetly, and they were well supported by Mr. W,
West and Mr. Williams.
Davis's Amphitheatre, and Sadler's Wells, it will be seen, have a
great variety of novel amusements this evening.
The entertainments and attractions generally at Vauxhall have
brought to it this season the most unexampled patronage. It is now
in the very zenith of its success, and the continued fine weather in-
duces crowds of the beauty, rank, and fashion of London, to assemble
as a matter of preference and delight, after the anxiety and toil of
the busy day.
Delicate %Affair. — If report is to be credited, a first-rate vocalist
will soon appear before the public in a new and not very agreeable
character. It is said that he lias felt for some time the influence of
the gentle passion in a way unfavorable to his repose, and the feeling
was equally ardent on the part of the lady, (the wife of a wealthy
commoner) which has led to so unfortunate a result.
Mr. Sinclair sailed from Dublin at the close of the last week, to ful-
fil an engagement in Edinburgh, where he will be joined in a few days
by Miss Tree. — British Press.
At the Cheltenham Races, Mr. and Mrs. Yates were surrounded by
a gang of sharpers, who succeeded in robbing Mrs. Yates of her re-
ticule, containing a £5. note, some sovereigns, a gold watch, chain,
seals, &c. with which they escaped.
To the Editor of The Theatrical Observer.
Mr. Editor,
I understand from the best authority, that Der Freischutz
is to he produced at both the winter theatres. At Drury Lane as a
Melo-drama, and at Co vent Garden as an Opera, Mr. Weber leading
the Orchestra at the latter house. I have dropped you this informa-
tion in case you are not aware of the circumstance.
c c. s.
A CONSTANT READER.
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Finn's Fancy Glass-working Exhibition, in Miniature. Displaying the
whole Art of Modelling, Blowing, and Working — 161, Strand.
Mr. Bullock's Exhibitions of Ancient and Modern Mexico, presenting a
unique, rare, and interesting collection of Curiosities, and a I'anoramie
View of the City or Mexico — Egyptian Hall. Piccadilly.
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This Evening, (10th. time) a Grand Musical Performance, entitled
DER FREISCHUTZ,
Or, tJic Seventh Bullet !
Kuno, (Ranger of the Forest) Mr HARTLEY,
KiHian, MrTAYLEURE, Ottocar, (.1 Bo'nemian Prince) MrBAKER,
Rodolph, (a Huntsman) Mr BRAIIAM,
Casper, (a Ditto) Mr BENNETT, Rollo, (a Ditto) Mr II. PHILIPS,
Huntsmen, Mess. Henry, J. Bland) J. Cooper,
Zamioj, (the Black Yager, or Spirit of the- Forest) Mr T. P. COOKE,
Agnes, (Kimno's Daughter) Miss NOEL,
Ann-, Miss POVEV, Witch of the Wolf's Glen, Mrs BRYAN,
Act 1— Scene I.— A Sequestered Part of the Forest. 2 — The Outskirts of
the Forest & Village Inn. The National 'I rial of Skill in shooting at a Target
Tho Appearance of ZAMIEL— The effect"? of a Magic Bullet.
Act 2.— Scene 1.— An Anti-Room in the Forest House. 2.— The Wolf's
Glen by Moonlight. Chorus of Invisihle Spirits as it strikes 12— Grand and
impressive Music preparatory to the Incantation. — Casper's Summons, & Ap-
pearance of Z >, viel— Apparitions of Bodolph's Mother & of Agnes— Charms
and Blessing of the Balls.
THE CASTING OF THE BALLS.— At No. I. (repeated by the echoes)
the Moon is eclipsed, Night*Birds and Apparitions of various Monsters appear.
At No. 2, The Witch of tlv Glen and various Reptiles appear.— At No. 3, A
Storm and Hurricane break down '1 rees and scatter the Fire — monstrous Forms
move through the Glen, and the Torrent turns to Blood !--At No. 4. The Battle
of Wheels and tramp of Horses are heard, and two wheels of fire roll through
the GW — At No. 5, Neighing and Barking are heard — Amid discordant and
eccwatf id Music, supposed to accompany the Wild Chace in Air, the misty
forms of a skeleton Stag, skeleton Horsemen and Honnds, pass over the magic
«irele in the clouds, to a Hunting Chorus of Spirits — At No. 0, Tremendous
Storm of Thunder, Lightning, and Hail — Meteors dart through the Air and
dance on the Hills— The Torrent foams and roars— The Bocks are riven, and
fresh Apparitions appear ; and all the hoirors of the preceding scenes are ac-
cumulated, in order to drive the FREISCHUTZ from the magic circle. "-At
No. 7, A Tree is rent asunder— ZAMIEL appears, surrounded by Fire, and
the Scene closes as the clock strikes ONE !
Act 3— Scene 1. — The Forest. 2— A Chamber in the Forest *Iouse. 3,— A
Romantic Spot in which the Trial Shot takes place-— The White Dove— Death
of Casper, and last appearance of Zamiel.
After which the Comic Opera of
MILITARY TACTICS.
The Characters as before.
To conclude with an Operetta, called
A DUN A DAY.
Old Rakclv, Mr W> BENNETT, Young Pakclv, Mr BAKER,
Shirk, Mr. W. CHAPMAN,
Mr Bracelet. Mr LODGE, Mr Rigid, Mr HENRY,
Mr Hermitage, Mr J. COOPER, Mr Hay, Mr SANDERS,
Mr Plush, Mr BARTLEY, Mr Capias, Mr MINTON,
Caroline, Miss L. CARR, Frill, Mrs J. WEIPPERT,
To-morrow, Der Freischutz, and I will have a Wife.
nsi
Cijeatrf liopal, f?a.y=J$!at1ut.
This E veiling will be pei formed
iiiin: Quaker,
Chronicle, Mr W.FARREN,
Young Sadboy, Mr VINING, Clod, Mr LISTON,
Old Sadbov, Mr, W. JOHNSON,
Spaiterdash, Mr HaRLEY,
Siradrach, Mr WILLIAMS, Lounge, Mr Coveuey,
Captain Ambush, Mr. JOHNSON,
Twig-, Mr COAXES, Goliab, Master TOKELY.
Ladv Rounceval, Mrs WINDSOR,
Pink, Mrs GIBBS, Mrs Milltienr, Mrs Kendal!,
! Dinah Primrose, Miss CHESTER,
Araininta, Miss LOVE, with It was a Lover fy his lass
<9 »3
After which the Farce of
g iio Murder*
Sir Walter Wilton, Mr WILLIAMS,
Apollo Belvi, Mr LISTON,
Buskin, Mr HARLEY, with " Manager SirutU"
Bradford, Mr COVENEY, Tap, Mr EBSWORTH,
Servant, Mr COATES,
MrsWatchet, Mrs JONES, Nancy, Miss WOOD,
'alitor, Mrs C. JONES,
To conclude with (4th time at this Theatre) The
Two Pages of Frederick the Great.
FrtdJrirk the Great, Mr W. FARREN,
Phelps, Mr WILLIAMS, Augustus, Miss LOVE,
Theadorc, Made VESTRIS, Carlo, Mr COVENEY,
Ernest, Mr B ROUGH, Dick, Mr C. JONES,
Le Papillon, Mr BARTLEY, Ostler, Mr COATES
Pages, Mesdrns. Hunt, W. Johnson, & Wood.
Madame Ritzben?, Mrs GLOVFR,
Caroline, Mrs T. HILL, . Lisbetb, Miss BOYCE,
_ Madame Phelps, Mrs GIBBS, __
To-morrow, Married and Single, with Sweethcacts k Wives,
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m
This theatre was very full last night, and, indeed we may say that
it is now almost equally well attended every evening. The Comedy of
The Young Quaker was the first piece, and was acted in the most
eutertaining manner. Mr. W. Farren's Chronicle was admirable — •
it is, however, no libel on his professional character to say he can only
act in one description of parts with eminent success. Mr. Viking
performed Young Sadboy with much pleasantry, and was duly ap-
plauded, as was Mr. Harley, in Spatterdash, which is one of his
excellent hits-off — full of life and humor. Mr. Liston was thrown
away upon Clod. The Dinah Primrose of Miss Chester is delight-
ful. Mrs. Gibbs, in Pink, was quite at home ; and the other cha-
racters were in general well supported. Killing no Murder, and the
Two Pages of Frederick the Great, closed the entertainments iu ex-
cellent st vie.
Another crowded house to see Der Freischutz last night. The
music, and the horrors of the Wolfs Glen, are the general theme of
conversation. The Germans feel highly flattered at the success of
their countryman's Opera ; and nightly there are to be discovered in
the Theatre many of those persons, who give vent to their feelings
and sentimonts in those agreeable tones which Swift compared to the
neighing of a horse.
Military Tactics, and A Dun a Day, followed the Opera, and
were very pleasantly acted.
On Thursday next, will be produced a new Farce, under the title
of (' The Reign of Twelve Hours!"
French Theatres. — A letter from Paris, dated Saturday, says —
'•This evening, the first representation of It' Ecole du Scandle, as li-
terally translated from Sheridan's admirable comedy, will be given at
the Theatre Versailles. — The boxes are all taken. No alteration has
been made in the plot, characters, or scenery of the play. A new
piece called L' Ecolier d' Oxford, was brought out at the Odeoa the
other evening. There is nothing very meritorious in this piece, which
was only tolerably received."
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Miss Tree and Mr. Sinclair are to appear here, we believe, in about
a week. They were expected to have immediately followed the close
of Miss Stephens' and Mr. Horn's engagement ; but Miss Tree was
detained by the prolongation of Covent Garden season.— Edinburgh
Paper.
To the Editor of The Theatrical Observer.
My Dear Observer,
I've a bit of a crow to pluck with My Lord Ogleby, alias
Mr. W. Fauuen. I perceive " he does a bit of literary for *' The London,"
and is " nothing if not critical. " He has adventured sorae remarks upon
Shakspeare's most beautiful creations, Hamlet, Ophelia, the famous soliloquy
<k To be, or not lobe," &c. I shall confine ^iy self at present to his first lucu-
bration " on the Madness of Hamlet." The purport of this is to prove, that
Shakspeare intended to exhibit Hamlet as labouring under a species of in-
anity, ycleped melancholia attonita. He proves this upon the authority of Dr.
Mason Good, whose four goodly octavos, Mr. Fakren has been rummaging
for the purpose. " Hear 'till him," as Sir VValtjeh would say: — " Having
collected the evidence of Hamlet's madness/ afforded by his discourse and con-
duct in the Play, it remains to be shewn by medical testimony, that he ought to
be pronounced insane." Would not any body suppose that my Lord was sit-
ting upon a commission to enquire into the state of the Lord Hamlet's intel-
lectuals, and summing up the evidence to the jury ? He quotes from Dr. Good
a description of the aforesaid malady, of which •' a love of solitude, gloom,
fear, suspicion, and taciturnity, are the ordinary signs." Dr. Good says,
*' there is a desire of doing well, but the will is wayward and unsteady, and
produces an inability of firmly pursuing any laudable exertion or purpose,"
and then, my Lord adds, " grief, (and particularly the loss of friends) or long
exposure to the direct rays of the sun, have frequently produced it." The
sequiter of this is, that Hamlet must have gone out into the garden with his
hat off, and got his knowledge-box ove.-heated ! — this in Denmark too ! — My
Lord speaks : — " the Ring says, (speaking to Hamlet) " How is it that the
clouds still hang on you ?" Hamlet — -'Not so, my lord, Vmtoo much V the
sun." That is, ** the King had asked Hamlet why the clouds were still hang*
ing on him, and the Prince replies: — " So far from my being clouded, or in a
humid atmosphere, I am too much in the sun — I'm actually brain-scorch-
ed !! !*.'■ Now is not this admirable fooling? — Who would suspect that my
Lord Ogleby knew no more about Shakspeare than this ? Can he he such a flat
as to suppose that the King really thought Hamlet was in nub ib us 1 Could
none of Messrs. Taylor and Hessey's scribes tell him that there are such things
as figures of sp-ech, and that his Majesty so far from suspecting his princely
nephew of being in a fog, intended'to insinuate that the clouds of grief were
hanging upon him, to which the Prin> e replies — '.' Not so, I am too much in
the glare and bastle of your immoral court." I shall return to this subject by
and bye ; at present I must content myself with observing, that Mr. Farren
completely misunderstands the author he attempts to criticise. Shakspeare
never intended to exhibit a stark madman on the stage — the idea is absurd. — ■
He knew too well that bodily disease is not a subject for representation. The
beautiful and almost faultless character in question, is a pure personification
of intellect. The poet has here shown a mind of vivid sensibility, clouded
by grief, and feelings painfully acute, stung and goaded on to acts at variance
with their nature from the unfortunate circumstances in which he is placed, and
the vices by which he is surrounded. It may be very true that his acts are not
always consistent with sound reason ; but this does not prove that he is mad,
nor that the character is unnatural. If that was the case, no character in the
whole range of the poet's works could be pronounced of sound mind. Really,
"Mr. Farren, you must not look to Dr. Good for a good commentary upon
•Shakspeare. Your's, most critically, JOHN BROWN.
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This Evening, a Comic Sketch, in I Act, calpl
eeiiig is Believing.
Sir Credule, Mr WILLIAMS,
Sceptre, Mr YOUNGER, Porter, Mr COATES,
Captain Nightshade, Mr COVENEY,
Simon, Mr W. WEST,
Miss Di, Mrs HUNT, Kitty, Mrs C. JONES,
After which, the Comedy of
tried and Single,
Beau Shatter!)', Mr W. FARREN.
Eickerton, Mr POPE. Meiford, Mr COOPER
Ferret, Mr. W. WEST
Scamper, Mr VININg' Servant, Mr MOORE.
Captain O 'Rapper, Mr LEE.
Officer, MrC. JONES. MrCamwell, Mr COVENEY,
Mrs Bickertan, Mrs GLOVER.
Fannv, Miss WOOD. Mrs Shatteriy, MrsC. JONES,
Mrs Cramwell, Mrs COVENEY.
To conclude with the Operatic Comedy of
Sweethearts & Wives.
The Music composed and selected by
Messrs. Whitaker, Nathan, T. Cooke, and Perry.
Admiral Franklyn, Mr WILLIAMS,
Billv Lackaday, Mr LISTON, Charles, Mr VINING,
Sandfortl, Mr MELROSE, Curtis, Mr LEE,
Eugenia, Miss CHESTER,
Mrs Bell, Mrs C JONES, Susan, Mrs GARRICK,
^^^^ Laura, Miss LOVE.
To-morrow, (by particular [Desire) The Young Quaker, with
The Beggar's Opera.
%\>t atreBopal CttgltsI) ^pera^ouse,
This Evening-, (11th. time) a Grand Musical Performance, entitled
Der Freisehutz ;
Or, the SEVENTH BULLET/
Kuno, (Ranger of the Forest) Mr BARTLEY,
Killian, Mr TAYLEURE, Ottocar, (a Bohemian Prince) MrBAKER,
Rodolph, (a Huntsman) Mr BRAHAM,
Casper, (a Ditto) Mr BENNETT, Rollo, (a Ditto) Mr H. PHILIPS,
Huntsmen, Mess. Henry, J. Bland, J. Cooper,
Zamiel, (the Black Yager, or Spirit of the Forest) Mr T. P. COOKE,,
Agnes, (Knuno's Daughter) Miss NOEL,
Ann, Miss POVEY, Witch of the Wolfs Glen, Mrs BRYAN,
Act 1 — Scene I. — A Sequestered Part of the Forest. 2. — The Outskirts of
the Forest & Village Inn. The National Trial of Skill in shooting at a Target
The Appearance of ZAMIEL— The effects of a Magic Bullet.
Act 2.— Scene 1.— An Anti-Room in the Forest House. 2.— The Wolf's
Glen by Moonlight. Chorus of Invisible Spirits as it strikes 12 — Grand and
Impressive Music preparatory to the Incantation. — Casper's Summons, & Ap-
pearance of Zamiel — Apparitions of Rodolph's Mother & of Agnes— Charms
and Blessing of the Balls.
THE CASTING OF THE D ALLS.—At No. I, (repeated by the echoes)
he Moon is eclipsed, Night-Birds and Apparitions of various Monsters appear.
At No. 2, The Witch of : the Glen and various Reptiles appear. — At No. 3, A
Storm and Hurricane break down Irees and scatter the Fire — monstrous Forms
move through the Glen, and the Torrent turns to Blood ! — At No. 4, The Rattle
of Wheels and tramp of Horses are heard, and two wheels of fire roll through
tho Glen — At No. 5, Neighing and Barking are heard — Amid discordant and
eccentric Music, supposed to accompany the Wild Chace in Air, the misty
forms of a skeleton Stag, skeleton Horsemen and Honnds, pasg over the magic
circle in the clouds, to a Hunting Chorus of Spirits — At No. 6, Tremendous
Storm of Thunder, Lightning, and Hail—Meteors dart through the Air and
dance on the Hills—The Torrent foams and roars — The Rocks are riven, and
fresh Apparitions appear ; and all the horrors of the preceding scenes are ac-
cumulated, in order to drive the FREISCHUTZ from the magic circle. — At
No. 7, A Tree is rent asunder— -ZAMIEL appears, surrounded by Fire, and
the Scene closes as the clock strikes ONE !
Act 3— Scene I. — The Forest. 2 — A Chamber in the Forest House. 3, — A
Romantie Spot in which the Trial Shot takes .place— The White Dove— Death
of Casper, and last appearance of Zamiel.
To conclude with a Comic Piece, called
laveaWlfe."
Admiral Firedrake, Mr. HARTLEY,
Capt. Fircdake, Mr PEARM AN, Mr Dennis O'Leary, Mr POWER,
Harry Merton, (alias Billy Badger,) Mr BAKER,
Binnacle, Mr MINTON, Clod, Mr LODGE, Thomas, Mr HENRY,
Mrs Ogleby, Mrs GROVE, Isabella Hardy, Miss HENRY.
Emily Rosebank, Miss POVEY, Mrs Summerfield, Miss CARR,
To-morrow, Der Freisehutz, with the Musical Farce of The Padlock,
Mungo, Mr. Sloman, (hi3 first appearance at this Theatre)
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Really, we are at a loss to vary our account of proceedings at tin's
Theatre. Der Freisohutz holds such determined possession of the
boards, that our Paper must suffer for it. Well, with all our heart —
we are not sorry for this endurance, if our readers are not : but there
is some reason to dread the falling off of variety, which is the charm
that leads us sane mortals through life without coming under the in*>
fluence of the Blue Devils. Talking of Devils, the gentleman of this
species, who horrifies us in this piece by the tremendous rolling of hia
fiery eyes, and who raises up such an awful corps of diabolicals, is
actually a Devil of the very first consequence. He appears to have
congregated about him as much of the dismal and terrific, as his emi-
nent station in the lower regions could render necessary to his demon-
iacal dignity. What between spirits in shadowy forms, of ominous
owls, and deadly bats, of croaking ravens, of monsters nameless as
shapeless, and bloody rivers, and lightnings glaring over the sullen
scene, and roaring winds, and rattling thunder, his Dcemonship is
presented to us under circumstances of a most inviting nature. After
the consideration of sneb sublime objects, can it be expected we should
trouble ourselves or our readers, with any mention of those harmonious
creatures, Braham, Povey, Noel, &c. &c.
I^ap^marftet €f)eatre*
Last night, Mr. W. Farren toddled about very effectively as Beau
Shatterly. We are glad to find that a new Operatic Comedy is an-
nounced for Saturday, for to say truth, Married and Single is made of
perishable stuff. While upon this subject, we would beg leave to ask
why two pieces under this title are allowed to issue from the press at
the same time? Mr. Moncrieff, we understand, made a translation
of the original French piece for some minor house, which, of comse,
he was at liberty to do, but surely he has no business to adopt Mr,.
Poole's title-page : — we must say, it looks a little like deception.
Mr. Miller should lose no time in bringing out the real Simon Pure.
After Married and Single, Mr. Cooper came forward with a very
long face, and made a speech of which the following is a verbatim et
literatim report : — " Ladies and Gentlemen, I appear before you now —
it is a very unpleasant circumstance to me — the Managers have desired
me to state— (feeling for something in hte pocket) — they received
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this medical certificate— (producing it) — from a — Mr. Phillips— -of —
Old Cavendish Street — (spelling the letter) — stating that Miss Ches-
• ter is so extremely ill she cannot appear to-night in Sweethearts and
Wives. Under these circumstances., Mrs. T. Hill, who I believe has
played the part twice or thrice this season, has undertaken to play the
part, but she is ill too ! Miss Wood, therefore, at a very short no-
tice, has consented to appear as Eugenia. — (a pause) Will you ac-
cept her as a substitute ?" A little applause and some hisses followed
this oration, but the ayes had if, and Miss Wood appeared ac-
cordingly, and acted throughout with considerable feeling.
Rossini. — A French Paper has the following — " The Prince of
Saxe-Cobourg, son-in-law to the King of England, has shewn a re-
markable instance of generosity towards Rossini. The custom with
this celebrated Italian composer, is, never to go to any musical
soirees for less than 50 guineas. Ho three times presided over Con-
certs for the Prince, for which his Highness sent him 500 guineas and
a diamond pin."
Now, this we conceive is nothing more nor less than a puff of
Signor Rossini's, on his return to the French capital. If we could
bring ourselves to believe that a Prince, who has hitherto been popular
on account of his own personal conduct, as well as the endearing re-
eo^ection of his lamented Princess, could so far forget the liberality
of the founders of his fortune, as thus to lavish on a conceited fo-
reigner, for three nights superintendanee of a band of musicians, a
sum that would keep in comfort ten British families for an entire year,
we could hardly restrain the honest indignation of our feelings, from,
expressing the contempt every Englishman of sense must join with us
in entertaining, at such a wanton waste of British money on a worth-
less object.
The Duke of Wellington honoured Davis's Amphitheatre with his
presence on Monday night. His Grace paid marked attention to the
representation of The Battle of Waterloo, and was much gratified
with the inimitable horsemanship of Mons. Dncrow.
Yesterday a Meeting of the new Renters of Drury-lane Theatre
was held in the Saloon, for the purpose of declaring a dividend upon
the debentures for the last acting season. Sir Thomas Turton was
called to the Chair. We are happy to state that the Trustees have
been enabled to increase the dividend from £12 10s. to £15 10s.
Vauxhall — These charming Gardens will be open to-n'ght.
— EXHIBITIONS
Mr. Bullock's Exhibitions of Ancient and Modern Mexico, presenting a
unique, rare, and interesting collection of Curiosities, and a Panoramic
View of the City of Mexico — Egyptian Hall, Piccadilly.
Mr. Cross's Grand Collection of Will Beasts— Exeter-'^hange, Strand.
Finn's Fancy Glass-working- Exhibition, in Miniature. Displaying the
-whole Art of Modelling, Blowing, and Working — (51, Strand. ^
Printed & Published by E. Thomas, Denmark-court. Exerm-'chana:*?, Strand.
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This Evening, a Comic Sketch, in 1 Art, eall'd
Y,
Delaval, Mr. Y1NING,
The Baron, Mr WILLIAMS, O'Cloggerty, Mr LEE,
Sentinels, Messrs C. Jones, andCoates,
Clara, Mrs CHATTERLEY.
After which,
The Beggar's Opera,
Captain Macheath, Madame VESTRIS,
Peachuni, Mr W. FARREN,
Lockit, Mr WILLIAMS, Filch, Mr W. WEST,
Bon Badge; Mr EBSWORTH, Mat o'the Mint, Mr BROUOH,
Jemmv T ditcher, Mr COATES. Harry Paddiiigton, Mr K&NCH,
Crook-fiiigcreu Jack, Mr HARTLEY, * Drawer, Mr C.JONES,
Wat Dvearv, Mr LATHAM, Nimming Ned, Me SAU.nDEKS,
Mrs Peacliuni, Mrs WINDSOR,
Polly, Miss PATON, Snkey Tawdry, Miss WOOD,
Lucy, Mrs C. JONES, Jennv Diver, Mrs Hunt.
In Act J II. A HORNPIPE' IN FETTERS, by
Mr BEMETZRiEDER.
To conclude with the Comedy of
The .Young QiiitReXe
Chronicle, Mr W. FARREN,
Young Sadbov, Mr VINING, Clod, Mr LISTON,
Old Sadbov, Mr. W. JOHNSON,
Spatterdash, Mr HaRLEY,
Shadrach, Mr WILLIAMS, Lounge, Mr Covenev,
Captain Ambush, Mr. JOHNSON,
Twig, MrCOATES, Goliah, Master TOKELY,
Ladv RouncevaL Mrs WINDSOR,
Pink, Mrs C. JONES, Mrs Millfieur, Mrs Kendall,
Dinah Primrose, Mrs GIBBS,
Araminta, Miss LOVE, with It was a Lover 4* his lass
To-morrow, Sylvester Daggerwood, with Married & Single, and
The Marrfage of Figaro,
ttfH atre'ftopal CngUsh @aera=f^ou0e,
This Evening-, (12th. lime) a Grand Musical Performance, entitled
Der Freischutz ;
Or, the SEVENTH BULLET/
Kuno, (Ranker of the Forest) Mr BARTLEY,
KilKan, Mr TAYLEURE, Ottocar, (a Bohemian Prince) MrBAKER,
Rodolph, (a Huntsman) Mr BRAHAM,
Casper, (a Ditto) Mr BENNETT, Rollo, (a Ditto) MrH. PHILIPS,
Huntsmen, Mess. Henry, J. Bland, J. Cooper,
ZamieJ, (the -Black Yager, or Spirit of the Forest) Mr T. P. COOj^E,
Agnes, (Knuno's Daughter) Miss NOEL,
Ann, Miss POVEY, Witch of the Wolfs Gleiv, Mrs BRYAN,
Act 1— Seen.* T.— -A Sequestered Part of the Forest. 2.— The Outskirts of
the Forest & Village Inn.
Act S.— Scene 1.— An Anti-Room in the Forest House.
Scene 2— £f)c 10oif£ <£kn, 6p 0pcon%f)t,
Grand and Impressive Music preparatory to THE INCANTATION.
THE CASTING OF THE HALLS..-. At No. I, (repeated by the echoes)
he Moon is eclipsed, Night-Birds and Apparitions of various Monsters appear.
At No. 3, The Witch of the Glen and various Reptiles appear.— At No. 3, A
Storm and Hurricane break down 1 rees and scatter the Fire — monstrous Forms
move through the Glen, and the Torrent turns to Blood !— At No. 4k, The Rattle
of Wheels and tramp of Horses are heard, and two wheels of fire roll through
the Glen — At No. 5, Neighing and Parking are heard -Amid discordant and
eccentric Music, supposed to accompany the Wild Chace in Air, the misty
forms of a skeleton Stag, skeleton Horsemen and Hounds, pasg over the magie
circle in the clouds, to a Hunting Chorus of Spirits — At No. 6, Tremendous
Storm of Thunder, Lightning, and Hail — Metsors dart through the Air and
dance on the Hills— The Torrent foams and roars— -The Rocks are riven, and
fresh Apparitions appear ; and all the horrors of the preceding scenes are ac-
cumulated, in order to drive the FREISCHUTZ from the magic circle.— At
No. 7, A Tree is rent asunder— ZAMIEL appears, surrounded by Fire, and
the Scene closes as the cjock strikes ONE !
Act 3— -Scene 1. — The Forest. 2— -A Chamber in the Forest House. 3, — A
Romantic Spot in which the Trial Shot takes place. i
To conclude with the Musical Farce of
THE PADLOCK.
Don Diego, Mr TAYLEURE, Lcander, Mr PEARMAN,
Mungo, Mr. SLOMAN, {his first appearance at this Theatre.)
Scholars, Mr. HENRY and Mr. J. COOPER,
Ursula, Mrs TAYLEURE.
Leonora, (first time) Miss POVEY.
To-moircw, Der Freischutz, with (1st time) The Reign of
Twelve Hours;
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J^ap-marftet €fjcatre*
The Comic Piece of Matrimony commenced the performances at
this pleasant little Theatre last evening. Mrs. Chatterley played
the part of Clara admirably, as did Mr. Vining that of Delavat. —
Mr. Lee acted O'Cloggerty with considerable humor. — There was
much applause throughout. The Beggar's Opera afforded a high
treat to the audience, from the admirable manner in which it is sung
and acted at this house. Miss Paton, as Polly, delighted as usual
by the brilliant style in which she executed the songs of her part ; she
was rapturously encored in " Cease your funning" which was a fine
display of harmony and science. Madame Vestris appeared to la-
bour under the effect of indisposition, but notwithstanding sang and
acted the part of Marhealh, with admirable spirit and effect through-
out.— She was encored in " How happy could I be with either'* Mrs.
C. Jones, as Miss Lucy, looked and acted the part excellently. The
characters of Peachum and Lockit were well played by Messrs. Far-
ren and Williams : — the quarrel-scene between these worthies was
highly humorous and effective. The Comedy of the Young Quaker
concluded the evening's entertainments, in which Messrs. Liston',
Farren, and Harley appeared, and gave infinite amusement by
their excellent acting in the parts of Clod, Chronicle, and Spatter-
dash. The Comedy was much applauded. — The house was crowded.
On Monday next, will be produced a new Comic Opera, under the
title of " The Alcade ; or, the Secrets of Office."
Last night after Der Freischutx, which went off with much eclat,
The Padlock was enacted, with the novelty of Mr. Sloman, as Mungo.
This gentleman is an old minor — a prodigiocs favorite with the gal-
leries of Sadler's Wells and the Cobourg. To speak a word of truth,
we know no actor escape from these houses undefiled. They arc more
than country theatres, in which performers only learn to rant and
make faces, " making the night hideous ; but at these pestilent mi-
nors, their tastes are debauched, and their powers perverted, till they
are incapable of being applied to any good or useful objects. Their
faces are familiar as the man in the yellow hat at Exeter-'Change, or
the " nigger," at the Obelisk: — their persons are " common hackuied
THE THEATRICAL OBSERVER.
in the eyes of men," and associated with all sorts of disagreeable re~
collections — nielo-dramas, ' full of sound and fury, signifying nothing/
real water — glass-'euriains — broad-sword combats — blood, fury, and
blue fire ! Under all the disadvantages which running the gauntlet of
those houses for ten years, must impose upon him, Mr. Sloman ap-
pears here. — It is but fair to say that he acquitted himself better than
could have been expected. He hns humor, certainly, but it is too
much in the style of Mr. W. Chapman — ' damn'd low," as My Lord
Duke says. It is probable, however, that Mr. Sloman will see the
necessity of chastening his style, but at present it is out of its me-
ridian. Miss Povey warbled awav in Leonora with considerable effect,
but she draws out her notes to an excess at times — it is like extract-
ing a Champaigne cork, or a very long tooth. All the other cha-
racters were respectably supported. Amongst the fashionables in the
boxes, we discerned Ladies Forbes, Oai michaei, Ellenborough, Mont-
ford, the Marchioness of Londonderry, the Marquis of Hertford,
(second time) Lord Mount Edgecombe, Lord Downe, Sir George
Talbot, Sir Fitzroy Maciean, and Mr. Goldsmid. — The house was
crowded.
It will be seen by our play-bill that Miss Kelly appears to-night,
in a new Farce, together with Messrs. Pearman, Bartley, and W.
Chapman ; so we must expect humor and harmony.
Vauxhall. — To-morrow evening, there will bo a Splendid Gala
Fete, under the especial Patronage of His Majesty.
On Friday evening last, while a number of musical gentlemen were
engaged in rehearsing a part of the Creation at the Concert Room,
Norwich, on coming to a fine close with the words ' Let there be light
and there was light" — and the gas flame just at that moment sudden-
ly went out, and left the whole band in perfect darkness.
Mr. Thompson, (of Drury Lane Theatre) sets off to-day to re-open
the English Theatre at Boulogne.
Mr. Beazley, the architect and dramatist, has lately been married
to a lovely young lady with £80,000 !
A Constant Reader enquires who the gentleman was that supplied the
place of Mr. J. Reeve, in the Imitations given at Covent Garden Theatre, on
the 20th ultimo. — We believe it was a Mr. Rede, who got much applause.
- EXHIBITIONS ~
Mr. Bullock's Exhibitions of Ancient and Modern Mexico, presenting a
unique, rare, and interesting collection of Curiosities, and a Panoramic
View of the City of Mexico— Egyptian Hall, Piccadilly.
Mr. Cross's Grand Collection of Wild Beasts— Exeter-'Change, Strand.
F«nn's Fancy Glass-working Exhibition, in Miniature. Displaying the
whole Art of Modelling, Blowing, and Working — 161, Strand.
(Jrf* It is respectfully suggested to our Friends to be careful, in going to the
Theatre, not to be imposed on by an imitation of this Paper
Printed & Published by E.Thomas. Denmark-court. Exeter-'chantfe, Strand.
All Communications must be post paid, and addressed as above,
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This Evening, a Comic Sketch, in 1 Act, caU'd
jylvester Daggerwood.
Sylvester Dagger wood, Mr W. WEST,
Fustian, Mr WILLIAMS, John, Mr EBSWORTH.
After which j the Opera of The
Marriage of Figaro
Count Almaviva, Mr YINING,
Fiorello, Mi HUCKEL, Figaro, Mr LISTON,
Antonio, Mr WILKINSON. Basil, Mr BROUGH,
Chembino, (the Page) Mrs CHATTERLEY,
Notary, Mr EBSWORTH, Sebastian, Mr MOORE,
Principal Dancers, Mr SULLIVAN, and Miss COLSON,
who will Dance A SPANISH BOLERO.
The Chorusses & Dances by, Mess. Can! field, Latham, Hemes, Kench
Saunders, Guischard, Gouriet, Austin, Bemetzrieder,
Holman, Colson, &c.
Mesdms. Coveney, Kendall, Hunt, Ebsworth, Wood, W- Johnson,
M.Bates, O'Brian, Shotter, Gillman, Bertrand, &c.
Susanna, Miss PATON, who will sing,
" Lo ! Here the Gentle Lark.''
Countess Almaviva, Mrs GARRICK,
Barbarina, Mrs C. Jones, Marcellina, Mrs Coveney.
To conclude with, the Comedy of
Married and Single
Beau Shatterlv, Mr W. FARREN/
Bickerton, Mr POPE. Melford, Mr COOPER
Ferret, Mr. W. WEST, Captain O'Rapper, Mr LEE,
Scamper, Mr VINING. Servant, Mr MOORE.
Officer, MrC. JONES. MrCamwell, Mr COVENEY.
Mrs Bickerton, Mrs GLOVER.
Fanny, Miss WOOD. Mrs Shatterly, MrsC. JONES.
Mrs Cramwell, Mrs COVENEY.
« — . — — — — — . . — : — . — . — „ < •■< —
To-morrow, Lover's Quarrels, with Sweethearts and Wives, &c.
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7 his Evening, (13th. time) a Grand Musical Performance, entitled
Or, the SEVENTH BULLET!
KilJiars. INTi TAYLEURE, Ottocar, Mr BAKER,
Kuno, Mr BARTMSY, Rodolph, (a Huntsman) Mr BRAHAM,
Casper, (a Ditto) Mr BENNETT, Rollo, (a Ditto) Mr H. PHILIPS,
Huntsmen, Mess. Henry, J. Bland, J. Cooper,
Zamiel, (the Black Yager, or Spirit of the Forest) Mr T. P. COOKE,
Agnes, (Knuno's Daughter) Miss NOEL,
Ann, Miss POVEY, Witch of the Wolfs Glen, Mrs BRYAN,
Act 1*-Scene J.— A Sequestered Part of the Forest- 2.— The Outskirts of
the Forest & Village Inn.
Act 2. ---Scene I. —An Anti-Room in the Forest House.
Scene 2,— THE WOLF's GLEN BY MOONLIGHT.
Grand and Impressive Music preparatory to THE INCANTATION.
THE CASTING OF THE G/lLLS.—Al No. I, (repeated by the echoes)
he Moon is eclipsed, Night-Birds and Apparitions of various Monsters appear.
At No. 2, The Witch of the Glen and various Reptiles appear. ---At No. 3, A
Storm and Hurricane break down 1 reesand scatter the Fire — monstrous Forms
move through the Glen, and the Torrent turns to Blood !— At No. 4, The Rattle
of Wheels and tramp of Horses are heard, and two wheels of fire roll through
the Gl^n — At No. 5, Neighing and Barking are heard — Amid discordant and
eccentric Music, supposed to accompany the Wild Chace in Air, the misty
forms of a skeleton Stag, skeleton Horsemen and Honnds, pass over the magic
circle in the clouds, to a Hunting Chorus of Spirits — At No. 6, Tremendous
Storm of Thunder, Lightning, and Hail — Meteors dart through the Air and
dance on the Hills— The Torrent foams and roars— The Rocks are riven, and
fresh Apparitions appear ; and all the horrors of the preceding scenes are ac-
cumulated, in order to drive the FREISCHUTZ from the magic circle.— At
No. 7, A Tree U rent asunder— -ZAMIEL appears, surrounded by Fire, and
the Scene closes as the clock strikes ONE !
Act 3— Scene 1. — The Forest. 2— A Chamber in the Forest House. 3,— A
Rowantic Spot in which the Trial Shot takes place.
After which, (1st time) a New Musical Entertainment, called,
Tlic 'Reign of Twelve Hours.
The whole of the Music composed bv Mr. G. B. Herbert.
The Caliph, Mi HARTLEY,
Zeangir, (his Son) Mr PEABMAN, Chskour, Mr W. CHAPMAN,
Lords and Ladies of the Caliph's Court, Officers, Guards, Dancers,
Messrs. Bowman, Buxton, Cahill. Dccring, Gallagher, Henry,
Lodge, Povcy, Robinson, Sanders, Shaw, Tett, Vaughan, Willis.
Mesdms. W. Bennett, Griffiths, Jerrold, Lodge, M. Nicol, Southwell,
Reid, Romer, Vials, Vidall, Vine, Wells.
Nourma, (Daughter of a late Vizier) Miss KELLY,
Princess Zoraide, (daughter of a neighbouring King) Miss HENRY,
To morrow, Der Freischutz, &c.
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Tub Devil's own Drama ! for by such a title must we call Der
Freischutz, drew another crowded audience last night. Thirteen fuji
houses has this e.vtiaoidinary piece attracted, and in the. do^-dnys
top — (t JScerif dog lias his day" If we apply the adage to the Mana-
gers of the English Opera-tJouso, we must say they arc ' lucky dog*
— speaking of dogs — the bones do not go.
" Der Freischct;: was followed by a new Musical Entei tainment, pro-
duced for the first time, under the title of the lleign of Twelve
Hoars. This piece met a favorable reception, and was admirably
acted, particularly by Mr. Hartley and Miss Kellv. We will not
>ay that it possesses a powerful interest, or a great abundance of hu-
mor, but it is light, and passes on pleasantly to a i at her too obvious
a conclusion. — The following is a description of the story; —
The Caliph has been induced, by the representations of bad ad-
visers, to banish a virtuous vizier, who took with him a daughter,
the lovely and witty • Vourma. In time the Caliph discovered his er-
lor, but not before the death of the banished Vizier, whose daughter,
however, he invited to his court, and lavished on her such attentions
as excited the jealousy of his son, Prince Zeangcr, who, without
having seen JVourma, conceived such a rooted hatred of her, as caused
the Caliph to imprison him to secure the safety of the young favorite.
JVourma, however, entertaius a generous aifection for the Prince, and
his charmed him, incojr, by her musical talents whilst confined in hi>
dungeon. A Princess Zoraide, at this period, has been proposed as
a match for Zeanger, which the Caliph desires as a bond of peace
between him and a neighbouring state, but I he unknown veiled mu-
sician has interested his feelings too much to allow him to assent, to
his father's wishes — the consequence i>, the Prince is returned to more
vigorous imprisonment. JSourma, determined to gain the aifections of
the Prince, and reconcile the father and son, induces the Caliph, aa
if it were for a joke, to invest her with the sovereign power ior the
space of twelve hours. In the capacity of Queen she plays with the
loyal feeling of the abdicated Monarch : and having exchanged cha-
racters with the Princess for a trial of her personal power over the
Prince, she has him set at liberty — wins his heart as Zoraide — avows
lieiself — and delights Zeangcr with proving that it is in woman's
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power to conquer by Iter charms, the heart, and also to destroy the
prejudices of man. She is united to Zcaiiger, and (lie Caliph and
his son embrace, thus happily concluding A Reign of Twelve Hours.
The Music by Mr. Herbert, if not very original, was pleasing. —
Mr. Pearman had an encore. — The house was crowded at an early
hour.
l«"««*B5
After Sylvester Daggenvood, The Marriage of Figaro was per-
formed. Miss Paton represented Susanna. In the first act it will
be remembered that Susanna runs after the Page to take from him
the ribbon he has snatched. In doing this Miss Paton's foot was un-
fortunately caught in her dress, and she fell headlong with great vio-
lence on the stage. She appeared unable to rise, and Mr. Huckel
and Mrs. Chatterley fl>vw to her assistance, and she was carried off.
After some time had elapsed, Mr. Vim no appeared, and stated thar.
Miss Paton, although not seriously injured, was greatly agitated ;
but she would soon return to go on with her part. She, accordingly,
came on again in about half an hour evidently considerably disturbed
by the accident. Her fine voice, however, nothing of this kind could
overcome, and she sang with fine effect, and obtained the greatest
applause.
On Monday, (1st time) The Alcade ; or, The Secrets of Office.
On Sunday last Mr. Price, the American manager, accompanied by
Miss L. Kelly, and the other performeis whom he had engaged, em-
barked at Liverpool on board the packet-ship Pacific, and sailed for
New York. — British Press.
Mr. Kean appeared at Dublin on Monday night, for the first time
this season, in his favourite character of Richard the Third. On his
entrance he was greeted with ?ong, loud, and evidently very hearty
applause. This he acknowledged with mute, yet eloquent gratitude.
In the scene with Lady Anne, a rather singular circumstance occurred
in that particular part where Richard exclaims, " Oh ! divine per-
fection of a woman :*' — A lady in the pit, convinced, no doubt, that
there was nothing divine or perfect in woman at all (which, by-the-
bye, we take leave to deny), ejaculated her surprise in so very audible
a tone as to be heard throughout the house. This caused general
laughter, in which the lady joined, and momentarily stopped the per-
formance— but attention was soon restored by the inimitable exhibition
of that encroaching humility by which Richard works himself, not
only into the good graces of Lady Jlnne, but also into personal ex-
altation.— Dublin Paper.
£3* It is respectfully suggested to our Friends to be careful, in going to the
Theatre, not to be imposed on by an imitation of this Paper
Printed * Published by E. Thomas, Denmark-court, Exetftr-'charige, Strand,
j> AH Communications must be post paid, and addressed as above.
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This Evening, a Comic .Sketch, in 1 Act, oall'd
Lover's Quarrels.
Sancho, Mr VV. WEST,
Carlos, Mr JOHNSON, Lopez, Mr EBSWORTH.
Jacintha, Mrs GIBBS,
Leonora, (first time) Mrs W. CLIFFORD,
After which, the favorite Operatic Comedy, called
.learts & Wives,
Tke, Music composed and selected by
Messrs. Wliitaker, Nathan, T. Cooke, and Perry.
Admiral Franklyn, Mr WILLIAMS,
Billy Laekaday, Mr LISTON,
• Sandford, Mr MELROSE, Curtis, Mr LEE,
Charles, Mr V1N1NG,
Eugenia, Mrs CHATTERLEY,
(Being Her first appearance in that Character.)
Mrs Bell, Mrs C JONES, Susan, Mrs GARRICK,
Laura, Miss LOVE.
To conclude with the Farce of
Two Strings to your Sow.
Lazarillo, Mr LISTON,
Octavio, Mr JOHNSON, Don Sancho, Mr LEE,
Ferdinand, Mr VINING,
Don Pedro, Mr. YOUNGE R,
Borachio, Mr WILLIAMS, ,
Donna Clara, Madame VESTRIS,
who will introduce " Reason and Love," — Braham.
Leonora, Mrs GARRICK. ._
To-morrow, Twelve Precisely, with Love in a Village, and
Killing no Murder.
%i)( atreEopal English ^peia-J^ousf,
This Evening, (l-Uk. time) a Cranii Musical Performance, entitled
11 tz
Or, the SEVENTH IIULLET !
Kflliaii, Mr TAYLEUKE, Ottocar, Mr BAKER,
Kuao, Mr HARTLEY, Rodolph, (a Huntsman) air BltAHAM,
Casper, (a Ditto) Mr BENNETT, Hello, (a Ditto) Mr II. PHILIPS,
HunUmen, Moss. Henry, J. Bland, J. Cooper,
Zamiel, ((lie Black Yager, or Spirit of the Forest) Mr T. P. COOKE,
Agnefi, (Knuno's Daughter) Miss NOEL,
Ami, Miss POVEY, Witch of the Wolfs Glen, Mrs BRYAN,
Act 1— Scene f.— A Sequestered Part <>(' the Forest. 2.— The Outskirts of
the Forest & Village Inn.
Act 2. — Scene 1. — \u Anti-Room in the Forest House.
Scene 2,— THE WOhF's GLEN BY MOONLIGHT.
Grand and Impressive Music preparatory to THE INCANTATION".
TUhJ CASTISG OF Ttt$ HALLS.— M No I, (repeated by the echoes;
he Moon is eclipsed. NTght-Btrds and Apparitions of various Monsters appear.
At No. a, The Witch of th.- Glen and various Reptiles appear. ---At No. 3, A
Slurinand Hurricane, break down 1 rees and scatter the Fire — monstrous Form-,
move through the Glen, and thu Torrent turns to Ulood !— At No. 4. The Rattle
of Wheels and tramp of Horses are heard, and two wheels of fire roll through
the Gl*m — At No. 5„ Neighing' and Barking are heard — Amid discordant mid
eccentric Music, supposed to accompany the Wild Chace in Air, the misty
forms of a skeleton Stag, skeleton Horsemen and Hounds, pass over the magic
circle in the clouds, to a Hunting Chorus of Spirits — At No. ti, Tremendous
Storm of Thunder, Lightning, and Hail — Meteors dart through th« Air and
dance on the Hills— The Torrent foams and roars— -The Rocks are riven, and
fresh Apparitions appear ; and all the horrors of the preceding scenes are ac-
cumulated, in order to drive the FREISCHUTZ from the magic circle.— At
N'o. 7, A Tree is rent asunder— Z AMI F.L appears, surrounded by Fire, and.
the Scene closes as the clock strikes ONE !
Act 3— Scene 1. — The Forest. 2— A Chamber in the Forest *Iouse. 3, — A
RomaHtic bpot in which the Trial Shot takes place.
After which, (2nd time) a New Musical Entertainment, called,
The Reign of Twelve Hours,
The whole of the Music composed by Mr. G. B. Herbert.
The Caliph, Mr BARTLEY,
Zeaugir, (his Son) Mr PEARMAN, Chckour, Mr W. CHAPMAN,
Lords and Ladies of the Caliph's Court, Officers, Guards, Dancers,
Messrs. Bowman, Buxton, Cahill. Decfrng, Gallagher, Henry,
Lodge, Povcy, Robinson, Sanders, Shaw, Tott, Vaughan. Willis.
Mesdms. W. Bennett, Griffiths, Jerrold, Lodge, M. Nicol, Southwell,
Reid, Homer, Vials, Vidall, Vine, Wells.
Nourma, (Daughter of a late Vizier) Miss KELLY,
Princess Zoraide, (daughter of a neighbouring King) Miss HENRY
To-monow, Dei Fi cischutz, Sec.
THE
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Daily Hills of the Play.
'* Nothing extenuate nor set down auglil in malice."
No. 839 Saturday, Aug. 7, 1824. Price Id.
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In Lover's Quarrels, Mrs. \V. Clifford appeared as Leonora. —
She is a lady who well understands the business of flic Stage ; and
must be useful in many parts. The other characters of this piece
were pleasantly sustained. Sweethearts and JFives followed, in which
Mrs. Chatterley supported the character of Eugenia, and Madame
Vestris played Laura. Mr. Liston, as Billy, was as humorous as
ever. Two Strings to your Dow concluded the entertainments of the
evening very agrueably.
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Another numerous audience had their hair put on end at the devil-
ries of the arch fiend, Zamiel, in the Opera of Dcr Freischutz. —
The Casting of the Balls is now managed with as much skill as the
finest genius in the infernal regions could present — it is a scene that,
including all which strikes the eye and car, more powerfully assaults
the imagination than any thing we ever beheld. The ladies, however,
do not very much like to be put in the dark, and when the house is
re-lighted many a fair face betrays some remaining symptoms of alarm
at the terrific objects that have been presented.
The new Musical Farce of The Reign of Twelve Hours was again
favorably received ; but we cannot say that it has auy other merit
than that of admitting Miss Kelly to shew her comic talents. Mr.
Hartley delivers his wise speeches with very good effect ; and Mr.
W. Chapman ably sustained the Courtier, who is " all things to all
men," and understates the art of booing as well as Sir Pertinaoc
JMacsycophant himself. The best scene in this piece is that where
the Monarch out-of-work, feels the want of power as a serious griev-
ance, and where the fair and amiable JVonrma amuses herself with
his chagrin. This Farce is only calculated to assist in forming the
required variety of entertainments of a season, and so far it is re-
ceived with much good humor.
Mr. Poole, the author of the Comedy of Married and Single, now
in a course of successful performance at the. Haymarket Theatre, ha*
published that piece, with a preface, in which he complains loudly
against Mr. Elliston for some conduct relative to it.
THE THEATRICAL OBSERVER
In consequence of the unfavorable state of the weather, Vauxhall.
Was not so well attended last night ; but on Monday the grand Gala
will be repeated. — Davis's Amphitheatre and Sadler's Wells have
been attended by fashionable audiences this week.
It Was a mistake of our informant the other day, who stated that
Mr. Thompson- was about to proceed to Boulogne ; that gentleman
having gone to Swansea on a professional trip.
It is confidently reported, in the theatrical world, that a celebrated
vocalist is married to a wealthy Baronet, and that this is the last
season she will appear on any Stage.
To the Editor of The Theatrical Observer.
Mr. Observer,
My Worthy Sir,
*
As I am certain you are a man of refinement and delicacy,
from the pure and rational style in which your highly useful Paper is
written, I beg to address you on a subject of the greatest importance
to societv, particularly to the amiable and respectable part of the
public, who patronise the drama ; and which, I am sure, requires but
the aid of your powerful pen to call the attention of Managers to it,
and rouse them to a proper sense of their duty, and the respect which
they owe the public, for the suppression of a disgraceful nuisance
which their theatres nightly present, in the presence of those herds
of rude and disgusting prostitutes who infest the boxes, and insult
and annoy, by their foul language and manners, every respectable
person who may chance to come in contact with them. A circumstance
of this kind happened to a friend of mine the other evening at the
Lyceum, who took his wife to see the new Opera, when the pit being
full, they went to the upper-boxes, where, as soon as the half-price
door, that sluice-gate of filth, was opened, they were immediately
surrounded and disgusted by the?e wretched women, who, thinking
proper to raise a quarrel with one another, upon some alledged affront
given by these worthies to each other, their language assumed such a
tone of clamour and indecency, that not a word of the performance
could be heard : but this was not the worst part of their conduct, for
on being requested to be a little silent, they returned such a volley of
foul abuse that they were compelled to quit the house. Now, Sir, as
I am sure you will feel with me the enormity of this evil towards the
public, and consequent injary to the proprietors, I doubt not your en-
deavours to impress it upon Mr. Arnold, who, I am persuaded, need
only be informed of the fact to cause it to be promptly remedied.
I am, my worthy Sir, vour's,
A.B.
(£f* It is respectfully suggested to our Friends to be careful, in going to the
Theatre, not to be imposed on by an imitation of this Paper
Printed & Published by E. Thomas. Denmark-court. Exefer-'chanije, Strand.
All Communicati'bns must be post paid, and addressed as above.
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This Evening, a Comic Sketch, in I Act, call'd
Twelve Precisely
T
Brass, Mr W. WEST, Landlord, Mr EBSWQRTH,
Sir Ferdinand Frisky, Mr JOHNSON.
Amelia Wildlove, Mrs CHATTERLEY,
Katty O'Carrol Mrs CHATTERLEY !
Marchioness de Grenonille Mrs CHATTERLEY ! !
Captain Wildlove Mrs CHATTERLEY ! ! !
Marquis Oe Grenonille.. . . Mrs CHATTERLEY ! ! ! !
Peggy, Miss WOOD.
After which the Musical Entertainment of
Killing no Murder.
Sir Walter Wilton, Mr WILLIAMS,
Apollo Belvi, Mr LISTON, Servant, Mr COATES,
Buskin, Mr HARLEY, with "Manager Siruft^
Bradford, MrCOYENEY, Tap. Mr EBSWORTH,
Mrs Watchet, Mrs WINDSOR,
Fanny, Mrs C. JONES, Nancy, Miss WOOD,
To conclude with the Opera of
Love in a Village,.
Hodge, Mr WEST, Sir W.Meadows, Mr YOUNGER,
Young Meadows, Mr MELROSE,
Justice Woodcock, (1st time) Mr W. FARREN,
Hawthorn, Mr HUCKEL, Eustace, Mr W. Johnsox,
Carter, Mr Ebsworth, Footmau, MrBartley,
Deborah Woodcock, Mrs WINDSOR,
Madge, Mrs C. JONES, Lucinde, Mrs GARRICK,
Rosetta, Miss PATON, who will introduce
* The Banks of Allan Water,' and ' The Gentle Lark/
Cook, Mr Latham, Housemaid, Mr Covenev,
InAet L A STATUE DA ACE.
On Monday, Sylvester Daggerwood, — Sweethearts and Wives, with
Married and Single.
CJtstrt Eopt English $peia^ouse.
y. inmiin^pw-iMii -W" ;«
This Evening, (15th. time) a Grand Musical Performance, entitled
Der Freischutz
Or, */*e SEVENTH BULLET/
KHJUiit, Mr TAYLEURE, Ottbcdrj Mr BAKER,
Kuno, Mr HARTLEY, Rodolph, (a Huntsman) Mr BRAHAM.
Casper, (a Ditto) Mr BENNETT, Kollo, (a Ditto) Mr II. PHILIPS,
Huntsmen, Mess. Henry, J. Bland, J. Cooper,
Zamiel, (the Black Yager, or Spirit of the Forest) Mr T. P. COOKE,
Agnes, ( Knnno's Daughter) Miss NOEL,
Ann, Miss POVEY, Witch of tire Wolfs Glen, Mrs BRYAN,
Act 1— Scene I, — A Sequestered Part of the Forest. 2.— The Outskirts of
the Forest Si Village Inn.
A$| 2. — Scene 1. — An Anti-Room in the Forest House.
Scene 2,— THIS VVOLF's GLEN BY MOONLIGHT.
Grand and Impressive Music preparatory to THE INCANTATION.
TUK CASTISG OF THE BALLS.-- At No. I, (repeated by the echoes)
he Moon is eclipsed, Night-Birds and Apparitions of various Monsters appear.
At No. 2, The Witch of in.1 Glen and various Reptiles appear.— -At No. 3, A
Storm and Hurricane break down Trees and scatter the Fire — monstrous Forms
move through the Glen, and the Torrent turns to Blood !«-At No. 4, The Rattle
of Wheels and tranip of Horses are heard, and two wheels of (ire roll through
the Gbm-^At No. 5, N-effelitng and Barking are heard — Amid discordant mid
eccentric Music, supposed to accompany the Wild Chace in Air, the misty
forms of a skeleton Stag, skeleton Horsemen and Honnds, pass over the magic
circle in the clouds, to a Hunting Chorus of Spirits — At No. 6, Tremendous
Storm of Thunder, Lightning, and Hail — Meteors dart through tho Air and
dance on the Hills— The Torrent foams and roars— -The Rocks are riven, and
fresh Apparitions appear ; and all the horrors of the preceding scenes are ac-
cumulated, in order to drive the FREISCHUTZ from the magic circle.— At
No. 7, A Tree is rent asunder- -ZAM I KJ. appears, surrounded by Fire, and
the Scene closes as the clock strikes ONE !
Act 3— -Scene 1. — The Forest. 2---A Chamber in the Forest House. 3, — A
Romantic Spot in which the Trial Shot takes place.
Alter which, (3rd time) a New Musical Entertainment, called,
The Reign of Twelve Hours.
The whole of the Music composed by Mr. G. B. Herbert.
The Caliph. Mr HARTLEY,
Zeangir, (his Son) Mr PEARMAN, Chekour, Mr \V. CHAPMAN,
Lords and Ladies of the Caliph's Court, Officers, Guards, Dancers,
Messrs. Bowman, Buxton, Cahill. Deering, Gallagher, Henry,
Lodge, Povey, Robinson, Sanders, Shaw, Tett, Vaughan. Willis.
Mcsdms. W. Bennett, Griffiths, Jerrold, Lodge, M. Nicol, Southwell,
Reid, Romer, Vials, Vidall, Vine, Wells.
Nourma, (Daughter of a late Vizier) Miss KELLY,
Princess Zoraide, (daughter ot a neighbouring King.) Miss HENRY,,
On Monday. Dei Freischutz, &e.
THE
Cicatrical Obtfnim* ;
AND
Daily Bills of the Play.
44 Nothing extenuate nor set down aught in malice."
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Twelve Precisely has so often afforded Mrs.CiiATTERLEY an oppor-
tunity of displaying a very versatile talent, that wc need not dwell
upon her success as Miss Wildlove, on Saturday night : wc would
rather proceed to Killing no Murder, which was very humorously
acted. Mr. Harley, as Buskin, was entertaining in the highest de-
gree Wc remember Mathews in this character, and we do not con-
ceive it has lost a jot of its original comicality in the hands of Har-
ley. No better proof can be given of Mr. H.'s effective fan, than
the continued laughter and applause that marked his appearances on
the stage in the various assumed characters. Mr. Liston, as Mr.
Jpollo, was a divine creature, whose very look commanded not only
the Earthly Beings of the pit, and the Lordly Beings of the Boxes,
to smile, but awed the very Celestials themselves into a downright
horse-laugh ; a species of worship most acceptable to the radiant.
Apollo. The Manager had resolved to make this said Saturday night
a very prototype of what should be the business of a well-regulated
man's life, namely, to improve as time advauccs. Thus, we had, as
a finish, Love in a Village, with Miss Paton, as Rosetta. She sang
with most delightful effect, introducing " The Banks of Man Watery
and " The Gentle Lark ."—la the last she had an enthusiastic encore.
Whilst speaking of this young lady, we beg here to reply to an inti-
mation made to us, viz. that we were over-partial to her as a public
performer. In the first place, wc deny that it is reasonably in our
power to exceed in our admiration of the vocal talents and acquire-
ments of Miss Paton ; and in the next place, we would repel the in-
sinuation that anv undue cause could make her our peculiar favorite ;
for, on the contrary, if wo were influenced by unworthy motives for
unfriendly feelings towards her, we might have found a stimulous for
them in the circumstance of her having ceased lately to be a subscriber
to this Paper, without any just offence being given on our part. We
may take this opportunity to observe, that so far from our being tri-
butary friends of any performer, we have rejected at once many va-
luable offers for our good opinion ; and we challenge every green-room
in the kingdom to produce a solitary instance of such an opinion of
ours fieing purchased, or remunerated.
Mrs. Garrick represented Lucinda with her usual ability. Mr.
W. Farren acted Justice Woodcock, " for the fust time," but aU
the theatrical observer.
■though he confers a touch of humor on the part, he committed a great
error in converting the hale and -hearty .country gentleman of sixty-five
into an infirm old man of seventy or eighty. He totters in his step,
and stoops with the apparent weight of years, instead of shewing
the vigour which Mr. MunI>ex and Mr. Fawcett used correctly to
assume. — Mr. Farrbn was encored in the song. Mr. Melrose, as
Young Meadows, sang with much taste. Mr. W. West and Mrs. C.
Jones played Hodge and Madge very well. Hawthorn was very fairly
done hy Mr. Huckel.- — There was a good house.
A new Opera, called ". The Alcaid ; or, the Secrets of Office/' will
he produced to-morrow.
When we mention that Der Freiseh>it~, and The Reign of Twelve
Hours, were performed on Saturday night to a very numerous au-
dience, it is really as much as we can say ; our stock of observations
on these pieces being exhausted.
Vauxiiall — This evening* a splendid Gala will be given.
The John Bull of yesterday, has the following : — " We have no
room for the long Preface to ft Married and Single," nor in these
days are the squabbles of authors and managers the least interesting
to the world. We remember Mr. Elliston, when he horsewhipped Mr,
Rod well, the box-keeper, (who, by the way, was attended on the oc-
casion by his friend the celebrated Captain O'Callaghan,) wrote a
brief and very angry / note, in which lie declared himself unmoved
* by a puddle in a storm' — how he may feel towards a " Pool in
a passion," we cannot take upon ourselves to anticipate."
Mr. Kcan played Shylock on Wednesday night at the Dublin Thea-
tre, to a comparatively thin house. — British Press.
A new vaudeville, or ballet, entitled La Jalousie Anglaise, is get-
ting up at the Theatre des Varieties, and another at the Theatre des
Vaudeville, called Les Maris Jlnglais, or, Criminal Conversations.
These caricatures of English manners, like Les Jlnglaises pour rire,
are sure to attract full houses ; and the families of John Bull will, no
doubt, shew how much they arc amused by being loudest in the laugh
at the singularities of their countrymen. — // rit Men qui rit le dernier.
EnornrriToNs
Mr. Bullock's Exhibitions of Ancient and Modern Mexico. presenUng a
unique, rare, and interesting collection of Curiosities, and a Panoramic
View of the City op Mexico — Kgyptian Hall, Piccadilly.
Mr. Cross's Grand Collection of Wild Beasts — Exeter-'Change, Strand.
Finn's Fancv Glass-working Exhiuition, in Miniature. Displaying the
whole Art of Modelling, Blowing, and Working— 161, Strand.
Printed Si Published by E. Thomas, Denmark-court. Exeter-'chanffe, Strand.
Where Novels, Plays, Pamphlets, Posting-bills, Hand-bills, Letters, and
Cards are Printed, on the lowest Terms. — All Comunications for The
Theatrical Observer, must be post paid, and addressed as above,
*
This Evening, a Comic Sketch, in 1 Act, call'd
Sylvester Daggerwooch
Sylvester Daggerwocd, Mr W. WEST,
Fustian, Mr WILLIAMS, John, Mr EBSWORTH.
After which, the Comedy af
Married and Single
Beau Shatterlv, Mr W. FARREN.
Bickerton, Mr POPE. Melford, Mr COOPER
Ferret, Mr. W. WEST, Captain O'Rapper, Mr LEE,
Scamper, Mr VINING. Servant, Mr MOORE.
Officer, MrC. JONES. MrCamwell, Mr COVENEY,
Mrs Bickerton, Mrs GLOVER.
Fanny, (first time) Miss J. SCOTT,
Mrs Shatterlv, Mrs C. JONES.
MrsCramwell, Mrs COVENEY.
To conclude with, the favorite Operatic Comedy, called
Sweethearts & Wives*
The JMusic composed and selected by
Messrs. Whitaker, Nathan, T. Cooke, and Perry,
Admiral Franklvn, Mr WILLIAMS,
Billv Lackaday, Mr LISTON,
Sandford, Mr MELROSE, Curtis, Mr LEE,
Charles, Mr VINING,
Eugenia, Mrs CHATTERLEY,
Mrs Bell, Mrs C .TONES, Susan, Mrs GARRICK
Laura, Madame VESTRIS.
To-morrow, (1st time) The Alcaid ; or Secrets of Office.
Cf)? atre1£o"al CngltsI) #jpcra=|^ouse,
iM!iri&mkrai±'ix=musxaj&*±ss3rtpm
This Evening, (lGth. time) a Grand Musical Performance, entitled
9
Or, the SEVENTH BULLET!
Killian, Mr TAYLEURE, Ottocar, Mr BAKER,
Kihio, Mr HARTLEY, Rodolph, (a Huntsman) Mr BRAHAM.
Casper, (a Ditto) Mr BENNETT, Rollo, (a Ditto) MrH. PHILIPS,
Huntsmen, Mess. Henry, J. Bland, J. Cooper,
Zamiel, (the Black Yager, or Spirit of the Forest) Mr T. P. COOKE,
Agnes, (Knuno's Daughter) Miss NOEL,
Ajm, Miss POVEY, Witch of the Wolfs Glen, Mrs BRYAN,
Act l-^-Scene I. — A Sequestered Part of the Forest. 2.-*»The Outskirts of
the Forest & Village Inn.
Act 2.— Scene 1. — <\n Anti-Room in the Forest House.
Scene 2,— THE WO LPs GLEN BY MOONLIGHT.
Grand and Impressive Music preparatory to THE INCANTATION.
THE CASTING OF THE BALLSt-»\\ No. I, (repeated by the echoes)
he Moon is eclipsed, Night-Birds and Apparitions df various Monsters appear.
At No. 2, The Witch of the Glen and various Reptiles appear.— At No. 3, A
Storm and Hurricane break down Irees and scatter the Fire — monstrous Forms
move through the Glen, and the Torrent turns to Blood !-— At No. 4, The Rattle
of Wheels and tramp of Horses are heard, and two wheels of fire roll through
tBe Glf>n — At No. 5, Neighing and Barking are heard — Amid discordant and
eccentric Music, supposed to accompany the Wild Chace in Air, the misty
forms of a skeleton Stag, skeleton Horsemen and Honnds, pass over the magic
circle in the cloudy, to a Hunting Chorus of Spirits — At, No. G, Tremendous
Storm of Thunder, Lightning, and Hail — Meteors dart through tho Air and
dance on the Hills— The Torrent foams and roars— -The Rocks are riven, and
fresh Apparitions appear ; and all the horrors of the preceding scenes are ac-
cumulated, in order to drive the FREISCHUTZ from the magic circle.— At
No. 7, A Tree is rent asunder— -Z AM IEL appears, surrounded by Fire, and
the Scene closes as the clock strikes ONE !
Act 3-*-Scene I. — The Forest. 2— -A Chamber in the Forest Mouse. 3, — A
Romantic Spot in which the Trial Shot takes place.
After which the Comic Opera of
MILITARY TACTICS.
The Characters by Mr BARTLEY, Mr POWER, Mr WRENCH,
Mr PEARMAN, Mr BOWMAN, & Miss POVKY.
To conclude with a Comic Piece, called
A DUN A DAY.
Old Rakely, Mr W. BENNETT, Young Rakely, Mr BAKER,
Shirk, Mr. W. CHAPMAN,
Mr Bracelet, Mr LODGE, Mr Rigid, Mr HENRY,
Hermitage, Mr J. COOPER, Mr Hav, Mr SANDERS,
Mr Plush, Mr BARTLEY, Mr Capias, Mr MINTON,
MrCaroline, Miss L. CARR, Frill, Mrs J. WEJPPERT,
To-morrow, Der Freischutz, &c.
THE
Xficatvtral <M«tevliw;
ANli
Daily Hills of the Plat/.
'* Nothing extenuate nor set down aught in malic*."
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No. 841 Tuesday, Aug. 10, 182J. Price \d.
4£ngii$f) <©pcra4^ou£e*
The full signification of those two attractive words, " Der Frci-
schutz," (a Correspondent says) can only be explained by a periphra-
sis, and signify " a hunter who shoots with a charmed bullet, which
never misses the right mark"
This explanation is useful, and it may be illustrated not only by Mr.
Bennett's prowess, but also by Mr. Arnold's success, with his rifle,
for he very fairly aud copiously bags the cash every time his piece is
presented.
Military Tactics, and A Dun a Day closed last night's entertain-
ments very pleasantly.
Ladies Naylor, Hamilton, Caroline Lamb, Bellingham, Bo-
rough, Say and Sele, the Countess of Cowper, Sir G. D'Arcy, and
numerous parties, graced the dress-boxes.
ijjtap^iiar&ct €{)catrc-
Last night, after Sylvester IJaggerwood, which character was very
humorously acted by Mr. W. West, Married and Single was repre-
sented, and the last piece was Mr. Kenny's pleasant operatic Comedy
of Sweethearts and Wives, in which Madame Vestris sang charm-
ingly, and was encored in Mr. Nathan's delightful air, " TFhy ate
you wandering." Mr. Liston, as Billy Lackaday, was highly enter-
taining, and, as usual, was made to sing his melancholy ditty twice.
Mrs. Chatterley represented Eugenia in the most engaging manner,
and the whole piece'was much applauded. The new Opera to-night
is from the pen of Mr. Kknny, and the music entirely by Mr. Nathan,
whose science and taste are rapidly leading him to that eminent station
amongst our musical composers, which poor Lord Byron deemed him
worthy of. by writing expressly for him.
The meaning of the word Alcaid, is a Judge or Governor.
To the Editor of The 'Theatrical Observer.
Mr. Editor,
A Correspondent stated in your Paper last Friday that
the bones do not go, at the English Opera-House. Pray, has that
gentleman seen the " wild chace in the air," with the skeletons of
huntsmen, horses, hounds, and stag ? — How can he say that the
bones do not go t > oui 's,
ANNA-TOMMY !
THE THEATRICAL OBSERVER
THE NEW TRAGEDY OF " AGIS."
A new Tragedy, entituled " Agis," has just beon published, written
by a Mr. Harton, who, we understand, is a young gentleman of con-
siderable literary promise ; indeed, judging from this first effort of
Iiis pen, there are such strong indications of talent, that it may. rea-
sonably be expected the progress of his mind in the branch of liter-
ature he has now adventured upon, will terminate in a full idea of
every requisite that judgment and taste can critically demand. We
have read his present production with much pleasure, because it un-
folds in nervous language an interesting series of characters connected
with a portion of history that is familiar and delightful to every one.
This Tragedy does not appear to have been written for the stage : —
we will not attempt in our limited space to enter critically on the en-
tire merits of the piece ; but to shew the reader the powers Mr. Har-
ton possesses, we will present the following extract.
Agis. My lord, I bring sad tidings to your ear,
The Persians even now appear in sight,
And pitch their tents before Thermopyle.
Leon. Why this indeed is tidings sad enough,
But nothing mora than what we have expected.
Still be assur'd, good Agis, that their absence
Excited fears, their presence has expell'd.
We now can see our enemy — before,
They hover'd round us like a thunder cloud,
Whence none could tell on whom the bolt would fall.
While thus they stand, we see them where they are,
And this at least we for our comfort know.
That only death shall tell us where they will be ;
But say how numerous do their tents appear ?
Agis. Should I pretend to enter on description.
Each word, I fear, would almost blunt the credit,
And only serve to rank me 'mongst the false.
Then let your judgment measure for itself,
When I detail but simply what I saw.
Occasion led me to the highest cliff
Of cloud capp'd Octa, 'neath whose hoary brow
The moon and stars their nightly slurader take,
And hide themselves at each approach of morn :
From thence the eye alternate takes a view
O'er all the Locrian and the Phocian plains,
On one side, and Thessalian on the other.
The last no sooner did present themselves,
Then not as formerly the ground appear'd,
Enrich'd with verdure and the harvest smile,
But camps, as numerous as the pinion'd tribe,
That sail the aether, and as countless too,
My vision led upon a boundless sea,
And only shew'd a resting place in clouds.
to the
(J^ It is respectfully suggests! to our Friends to be careful, in going
Theatre, not to be imposed on by an imitation of this Pap«r
Printed & Published by E.Thom\s. Denmark-court, Kxerer-'chang-e, btrand.
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Cards are Printed, on the lowest Terms. — All Comunications for The
Theatrical Observer, must be post paid, and addressed as above.
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This Evening, a Comic Sketch, in 1 Act, calld
3IAT
Delaval, Mr. VINIKG,
Baron tie Limber-, Mr WILLIAMS,
O'Cloghorty, Mr LEE,
Sentinels, Messrs C. Jones, and Coates,
Clara, Mrs CHATTERLEY.
After which, [first time] a new Comic Opora, called,
T¥¥K A
O/s The Secrets of Office.
With NEW MUSIC, SCENES, and DRESSES.
The Overture and Music composedly Mr. NATHAN,
The Principal characters by
Mr II A RLE Y.
Mr W. FARREN, Madame VESTRIS.
Mr LISTON,
MrHUCKEL, Mr WILLIAMS,
Mr Latham, Mr Bartley, Mr C. Jones, Mr Coates,
Mrs GLOVER, Mrs GARRICK,
Miss PATON,
Mrs GIBBS, and Mrs C. JONES,
To conclude with the Farce of
FAMILY JARS
Mr Peter Porcelain, Mr WILLIAMS,
Delph, Mr LISTON,
Benedick Porcelain, Mr HUCKEL,
Diggorv Delph, Mr W. WEST,
joe, Mr COATES,
Liddv, Mrs C. JONES.
Emily, Mrs GARRICK,
To-morrow, Exchange no Robbery, &c
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This Evening, (17th. time) a Grand ■Musical Performance, entitled
Der Fref scliutz ;
Or, the SEVENTH BULLET/
Killian, Mr TAYLEURE, Ottocar, Mr BAKER,
Kuno, Mr BARTLEY, Rodolph, (a Huntsman) Mr BRAHAM,
Casper, (a Ditto) Mr BENNETT, Rollo, (a Ditto) MrH. PHILIPS,
Huntsmen, Mess. Henry, J. Bland, J. Cooper.
ZamieJ, (the Black Yager, or Spirit of the Forest) Mr T. P. COOKE,
Agnes, (Knnno's Daughter) Miss NOEL,
Ann, Miss POVEY, Witch of the Wolfs Glen, Mrs BRYAN,
Act 1 — Scene I. — A Sequestered Part of the Forest. 9.— The Outskirts of
the Forest & Village Inn.
Aet 2. -—Scene 1. — An Anti-Room in the Forest House.
Scene 2,— THE WOLF's GLEN BY MOONLIGHT.
Grand and Impressive Music preparatory to THE INCANTATION'.
THE CASTING OF THE BALLS.— At No. I, (repeated by the echoes)
he Moon is eclipsed, Night- Birds and Apparitions of various Monsters appear.
At No. 2, The Witch of th.* Glen and various Reptiles appear.-— At No. 3, A
Storm and Hurricane break down 1 rees and scatter the Fire — monstrous Forms
move through the Glen, and the Torrent turns to Blood !— At No. 4. The Rattle
of Wheels and tramp of Horses are heard, and two wheels of fire roll throngh
the Glen — At No. 5, Neighing and Barking are heard — Amid discordant and
eccentric Music, supposed to accompany the Wild Chace in Air, the misty
forms of a skeleton &tag, skeleton Horsemen and Honnds, pass over the magiG
circle in the clouds, to a Hunting Chorus of Spirits — At No. 6, Tremendous
Storm of Thunder, Lightning, and Hail — Meteors dart through the Air and
dance on the Hills— -The Torrent foams and roars — -The Rocks are riven, and
fresh Apparitions appear ; and all the horrors of the preceding scenes are ac-
cumulated, in order to drive the FREISCHUTZ from the magic circle.— -At
No. 7, A Tree is rent asunder— -Z AM I EL appears, surrounded by Fire, and
the Scene eloses as the clock strikes ONE !
Act 3— Scene I. — The Forest. 2---A Chamber in the Forest House. 3, — A
Romantic Spot in which the Trial Shot takes place.
To conclude with the Musical Farce of
PADLOCK,
Written by J. Bickerstaff, and composed by the lote C. Dibdin*
Don Diego, Mr TAYLEURE, Lcander, Mr PEARMAN,
Mungo, Mr. SLOMAN, {his Und. appearance at this Theatre*)
Scholars, Mr. HENRY and Mr. J. COOPER,
Ursula. Mrs TAYLEURE.
Leonora, (2nd. time) Miss POVEY.
To-morrow, Der Freischutz, with " I will have a Wife,"
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Last night a new Opera, entitled a The Alcuid ; or, the Secrets
of Qflcc," was presented for the first time. It is written by Mr.
Kennkv, and the Music composed by Mr. Na-Than. This piece ap-
pears to be formed on the model of some of those foreign Operas, in
which the business of intrigue is the leading Jtoint, and a complexity
of plot is finally attempted to be briefly and laughable divulged, not
to the audience, but to the characters themselves. Such a design in-
volves this misfortune, that the audience, knowing what is to come,
cannot feel an interest ^beyond what may aiisc from looking forward
to the effect of the passing events on the dramatis personam. It re-
quires great power and skill in the dramatist to supply this deficiency
of a gradually developed plot ; and in Mr. Kcnney we have reason to
look for these qualities in a higher degree than is displayed in the
present Piece. However, the dialogue is not without markings of his
talent ; and the whole being excellently performed, and supported by
the very tasteful music of Mr. Nathan, did not fail to produce a fa-
vorable result. We would detail the Plot circumstantially, but it is
far too difficult a task, and would take much more space than we pos-
sess. Yet this we can state : — that the Alcaid, or Chief Magistrate
of a town in Spain, is considered by himself the most lynx-eyed per-
sonage in the world, He imagines that he is able to penetrate into
the secrets of every affair that happens within the limits of his rule ;
but, the fact is, he is the dupe of an artful Secretary, who justly ob-
serves, that the Alcaid can see things at a great distance, but is blind
as to what happens under his nose. The Jllcaid thinks his wife do-
mesticated and prudent, but she steals out at midnight to a masque-
rade contrary to his wishes, He imagines his son Felix so devoted
to his studies that he dreads the loss of his health, but the youth is
only pursuing natural philosophy, that is, playing the lover. He sup-
poses his niece Rosabel, a paragon of obedience and innocence, but
whilst he i3 thinking of giving her an old husband, she is meeting a
young and gay admirer. He is convinced that Pedrosa, his secretary,
is the most honest secretary on the face of the earth, but Pedrosa
does nothing but deceive him from beginning to end. The only person
he forms any thing like a correct notion of, is Jabez, his servant, but
even with respect to him he is wrong, for he think3 he is a Lothario
in his way, whilst poor Jabex is a melancholy jealous husband. The
Jfcaid even thinks himself wise and virtuous, but he is fooled at all
THE THEATRICAL OBSERVER.
sides, and is detected in an intrigue, which his studious son is pursuing
at the same time, and in the same quarter. These unseen qualities
and pursuits of the Alcaid's family, are cither confided to, or observed
by Pedrosa. who uses them like a wise Officer of State, to his own
advantage, and to the advantage of the reigning family. The Music
was generally admired ; particularly the overture, the song of " My
gauntlet's down," by Madame Vestris, "Haste! haste I I pray"
by Miss Pa ton, and the duet of " Oh ! happy, happy lovers," by
those ladies, which were all enthusiastically encored. The concerted
pieces were also finely executed. — The house overflowed at an early
hour. — It is to be repeated every evening till further notice.
The following is a specimen of the Songs, which are published by
Mr. Miller, 1$q\v Bridge Street, Blackfriars, and sold in the Thea-
tre.
SONG — Felix— Madame Vestris. *
My gauntlet's down, my flag unfurled,
Whatc'cr ray fortune be.
For thee, my love, I'd lose the world,
Or win a world in thee !
Yes ! thou shalt be my polar star.
O'er youth's bewildering tide,
To lands of promised bliss afar,
My bright and beaming guide !
My gauntlet's down, &c,
SONG— Jahez.
That wedlock's divine,
Mav be all very fine.
When a man has his happiness handy ;
But wedlock like mine
Is on gruel to dine.
Or a meaker of punch without brandy.
Heighy ! heigho ! to my lot that it ever should fall,
Like an addle brain dunce,
Thus to wed all at once ;
And no I ride-cake, no honey-moon, no nothing at all.
As for me and my fair.
We are much such a pair,
As two squinting eyes, or forlorner,
When one, we suppose,
Is for ogling the nose,
And one for a twist round the corner.
Heigho ! heigho, &c. &C.
We have only room to say, there was another numerous and genteel
audience here last night to see Der Freischutz, and The Padlock.
Vauxhall. — We find that the Proprietors close the Gardens this
evening, in order, we presume, that they may give greater effect to the
Royal Fete, to be given to-morrow, in honor of our beloved King,
which, from report, is likely to be very splendid.
Printed h Published by E. Thou \s. Denmark-court, Kxefpr-'chanffe, Strand.
Where Novels, Plays, Pamphlets, Posting-bills, Hand-bills, Letters, and
Cards are Printed, on the lowest Terms. — All Comunications for Tht
Theatrical Qss«rver, must be post paid, and addressed as above.
Cijcatrt ftopal. f^ai^jftarfut.
This Evening, a Comic Sketch, iu 1 Act, call'd
Lover^ Quarrels.
Carlos, Mr JOHNSON, Lopez, Mr EBSWORTH,
Sancho, Mr W. WEST,
Jacintha, MrsGlBBS, Leonora, Mrs W. CLIFFORD,
After which, [2nd time] a new Comic Op^ra, called,
r?
9
Or, The Secrets of Office.
The Overture and Music by Mr. NJJ THAN.
Don Christopher Toxado, Mr W. FARREN,
Felix, Madame VESTRIS, Pedrosa, Mr LISTON,
Don Andreas deCaravajol, Mr HUCKEL,
Gregory Mr WILLIAMS, Jabez, Mr HARLEY,
Juan Tortillo, Mr Latham,
Servants, Messrs Bartley, C. Jones, & Coates,
Donna Theresina, Mrs GLOVER,
Rosabel, Miss PATON,
Marietta/ Mrs GIBBS, Giannetta, Mrs C. JONES,
Donna Francisca, Mrs GARRICK,
To conclude with the Comedy of
xeftange no Robbery
Captain Littleworth, Mr JOHNSON,
Sir Christopher Cranberry, K. C. B. Mr. FARREN,
Sir Lennox Leinster, Mr YINING,
Lamotte, Mr W. WEST, Swipes, Mr WILLIAMS,
Sam Swipes, Mr LISTON,
Potts, Mr COATES, John, Mr C. JONES,
Luly Cranberry, Mrs CHATTERLEY,
Miss Melrose, Miss BOYCE, Lapelle, Mrs JONES,
__ Mrs Swipes, Mrs GIBBS.
To-morrow, Twelve Precisely, with The Alcaid, &c.
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This Evening, (18th. time) a Grand Musical Performance, entitled
Der Freischutz ;
Or, the SEVENTH BULLET!
Killinn, Mr TAYLEURE, Ottoeur, Mr RAKISH,
Kuuo, Mr HARTLEY, Rodolph, (a Huntsman) Mr BRAHAM,
Casper, (a Ditto) Mr BENNETT; RoHo, (a Ditto) Mr IJ. PHILIPS,
Huntsmen, Mess. Homy, J. Bland, J. Cooper,
Zamiel, (the Black Yager, or Spirit of the Forest) Mr T. P. COOKE,
Aynes, (Knuno's Daughter) Miss NOEL,
Ann, Miss POVEY, Witch of the Wolfs Glen, Mrs BRYAN,
Act I — Scene I. — A Sequestered Part, of the Forest. 2.— The Outskirts of
the Forest & Village Inn.
Act 2. ---Scene 1. — An Anti-Room in the Forest House.
Scene 2,— THE WOLF's GLEN BY MOONLIGHT.
Grand and Impressive Music preparatory to THE INCANTATION.
Til® CASTING OF THE HALLS.— At No. I, (repeated by the echoes)
lie Moon is eclipsed, Night-Birds and Apparitions of various Monsters appear.
At No. 2, The Witch of tlu* Glen and various Reptiles appear.— At No. 3, A
Storm and Hurricane break down '1 rees and scatter the Fire — monstrous Forms
move through the Glen, and the Torrent turns to Blood !-— At No. 1, The Rattle
of Wheels and tramp of Horses are heard, and two wheels of firo roll through
the Gl*m — At No. 5, Neighing and Barking are heard — Amid discordant and
eccentric Music, supposed to accompany the Wild Chace in Air, the misly
forms of a skeleton Stag, skeleton Horsemen and Hounds, pass over the magic
circle in the clouds, to a Hunting Chorus of Spirits — At No. 0, Tremendous
Storm of Thunder, Lightning, and Hail — Meteors dart through the Air an,^
dance on the Hills— Tho Torrent foams and roars — The Rocks are riven, and
fresh Apparitions appear ; and all the horrors of the preceding scenes are ac-
cumulated, in order to drive the FREISCHUTZ from the magic circle.— -At
No. 7, A Tree is rent asunder---ZAM IFiF, appears, surrounded by Fire, and
the Scene closes as the clock strikes ONE 1
Act 3— Scene I.— The Forest. 2 — A Chamber in the Forest Hoase. 3,— A
Romantic Spot in which the Trial Shot takes place.
To conclude with the Musical Farce of
have a Wife."
Admiral Firodrakc, Mr. BARTLEY,
Capt. Firedake, Mr PEARM AN, Mr Dennis O'Lcary, Mr POWER,
Harry Morton, (alias Billy Badger) Mr BAKER,
Binnacle, Mr MINTON, Clod, Mr LODGE, Thomas, Mr HENRY,
Mrs Ojrfeby; Mrs GROVE, Isabella Hardy, Miss HENRY.
Emily Rosebank, Miss TOVEY, Mrs Summetrield, Miss CARR,
To-monow, Dei Fr'eiscliutV, with The Reign of Twelve Hours,
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After Lover's Quarrels, the new Opera of " TLjc Alcaki ; or, the
Secrets of Office?' was performed for the second time, and having un-
dergone some judicious curtailments, went off with superior effect. —
Wo had no room yesterday to mention the acting, and the execution
of the music, in a particular manner. Mr. W. Farrex, as the old
self-sufficient Jllcahl, represents this wittol with rather too much of
the air and manner of an infinitely older man than we should conceive
he was intended to bo. Indeed, all Mr. Farken's old gentlemen are
complete antiques ; lean and slippered pantaloons ; this defect he
surely can remedy by assuming a more vigorous gait, and a firmer
tone. Mr. Listox in the character of the busy Secretary Pedrosa,
has more to do than any of the other persons of the drama. He has
abundant opportunity to display a roguish spirit, but not very much
to shew off his customary drollery. Mr. Hahlev makes a good deal
of Jabez — he contrives always to fill up hid characters with so much,
pleasant by-play, that he is sure to come off with applause. This
part is not exactly in his best line of acting, but his humor makes
more of it than could be supposed. Wu must be excused if wo men-
tion Madame Vestris amongst the gentlemen. However, when she
puts off the garb of womankind, she does «ot loso much of her at-
tractions. So long as we can behold her fine expressive countenance,
observe her graceful manner, and hear her harmonious voice, it mat-
ters not whether she be called man or woman. She represented Felix
very pleasingly, and sang with charming effect. Miss Patox, now,
we could not afford to lose sight of as a lady — to disrobe her, and
encase her in the less flowing and less attractive habit of the Lords
of the Creation, would be to deprive her of those strictly feminine
graces which bang around her. Whenever we see Miss Patox, we
think of drawing-rooms, of balls, and routs ; and when we hear her
sing, we imagine she is one of our party who obligingly favors us with
a display of her admirable vocal powers. Mr. Nathan, the composer
of the pleasing music of this piece, has been said to owe much to
these ladies for the eminent success of their songs ; we are sure that
Mr. Nathan, and every composer whose songs they warble, must
feel themselves greatly indebted to them, because the finest music in
bad hands must fail. By the bye, one of the newspaper critics says,
that there arc many borrowed strains in the music. This we deny,
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Nathan 1ms always appeared to us one of the most tasteful and
original composers of the present time. But the fact is, in the com-
bination of sounds adapted to similar expressions by two different mu-
sicians totally ignorant of each other's works, there may be, and
there has been, resemblances that could only be attributed to the sen-
timent which the music was to express, being felt in the same way by
each. Bishop is charged with being a great copyist ; Weber, whose
fine music is the theme of admiration in Germany, is also charged
with being a plagiarist, although he has evidently been guided in his
compositions by the subject he has before him. In proof of this, let
any one hear the music in Der Freischutz, and it will be remarked
how closely the music describes or assimilates with the events of the
passing scene. This could not be done but under the immediate in-
fluence of the composer's own genius. With respect to Nathan's"
music, it has also struck us as being exclusively suggested by the
sentiment ; and any one who keeps his eye on the .words of his songs
whilst they are executing, will, we are sure, be of%a similar opinion.
The whole of tlus Opera of TheAlcaiil gave the highest satisfaction
last night, and was received at the close with much applause by a
crowded audience. — Exchange no Robbery followed, and created great
mirth.
After Der Freischutz, which attracts as much as ever, the plea-
sant little piece of " I will have a Wife'' was well acted, and enter-
tained highly. Mr. Bartley, as the Admiral, was excellent ; and
Mr. Pear-han and Miss Povey sang very agreeably.
Davis's Amphitheatre. — A military friend of ours was present the
other night at the performance of The Battle of Waterloo, and de-
clares that no stage representation could come nearer the realities of
that glorious battle. — The Theatre was full last night.
This evening there will be a brilliant FETE at the Royal Gardens,
Vauxhall. The Illuminations, :hc Pantomime, the Parisian Juggler,
Fire-works, &c. will surpass all former amusements on Gala nights,
being in honor of His Majesty's birth-day.
To the Editor of The Theatrical Observer.
Sir, I have been these last twelve months a constant reader, and
great admirer of your truly independent, and largely circulated paper.
I saw in it, on Monday, a paragraph respecting Miss Paton, and a-
gree with you, that nothing can be said too great in that amiable
lady's praise, both as to her public, as well as her private character ;
though several malicious darts have been aimed at her by wicked and
designing individuals. They are not worthy the name of men who
would wish to injure a defenceless female. But I hope to see her
nobly triumph over those base and foul conspirators. A. B.
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, This Evening, a Comic Sketch, in 1 Act, call'd
Twelve Precisely.
Brass, Mr W. WEST, Landlord, Mr EBSWORTH,
Sir Ferdinand Friskv, Mr JOHNSON,
Amelia Wildlove, Mrs CHATTERLEY,
Kattv O'Carrol Mrs CHATTERLEY !
Marchioness deGrenouille Mrs CHATTERLEY ! !
Captain Wildlove Mrs CHATTERLEY ! ! !
Marquis de Grenouille.. . . Mrs CHATTERLEY ! ! ! !
Peasrv, Miss WOOD.
After which, [3rd time] a new Comic Oppra, called,
ALCA
Or, The Secrets of Office.
The Overture and Music by Mr. NATHAN.
Don Christopher Toxado, MrW. FARREN, .
Felix, Madame VESTRIS, Pedrosa, Mr LISTON,
Don Andreas deCaravajol, Mr HUCKEL,
Gregorio, Mr WILLIAMS, Jabez, Mr HARLEY,
Juan Tortillo, Mr Latham,
Servants, Messrs Bartlev, C. Jones, & Coates,
Donna Theresina,' Mrs GLOVER,
Rosabel, Miss PATON,
Margaretta,' Mrs GIBBS, Giannetta, Mrs C. JONES,
Donna Francisca, Mrs GARRICK,
To conclude with the Farce of
Fish out of Water/
Sam Savoury, Mr LISTON,
Sir George Courtlev, Mr POPE,
Alderman Gavfase, Mr WILLIAMS,
Charles Gayfera, Mr VINING, -
Steward, Mr W. Johnson, John, Mr C. Jones,
Ellen Courtlev, Mrs GARRICK, Lucy, Mrs HUNT.
To-morrow, A Day after the Wedding, with The Alcaid, & High
Life Below Stairs.
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I his E veuing, (19lh. time) a Grand Musical Performance, entitled
Der Freischutz ;
Or, the SEVENTH BULLET!
fviliinn, Mr rAYXJEUaE, Otftuear, Mr BAKER,
Kuno, Mr HARTLEY, Kttjolph, (a Huntsman) Mr BIUHAM,
Casper, (a Ditto) Mr BENNETT, Hollo. (Ditto) Mr 11. PHILLIPS,
Huntsmen, Muss. fclenry, J. Bland, J. Cooper,
Zamiel, (the Black Ynger, or Spirit of tl.e forest) Mr T. P. COOKE,
Agues, (Knmio'fi Dh lighter) Miss NOEL,
Ann, Miss POVEV, Witch of the Wolfs Glen, Mrs BRYAN,
A GBRAIAM WALTZ bv fliss Homer, Miss Griffiths, Miss Vials,
Miss Reid, Mrs Wells,' Miss Vine. Mr Cooper, & Mr Willis.
Act I— Scene J.— A Sequestered Part, of the Forest. 2.—- The Outskirts of
the Forest A Village Inn.
Act 2. ---Scene 1. — An Anti-Konin in the Forest House.
Sco;ie2,— THE WOLF's GLEN BY MOONLIGHT.
Grant! and bcpres*i«e Music preparatory to THE INCANTATION.
TIM CASTIXG OF Tun HALLS.— At No. I. (repeated by the echoes)
tlie Moon is eclipsed, Night-Birds and Apparitions of various Monsters appear.
AM No. 2, The Witch of tho Glen and various Reptiles appear.-— At No. 3, A
Storm and Hurricane break down '1 rees and scatter the Fire — monstrous Forms
move through the Glen, and the Torrent turns to Blood ! — At No. 4, The Rattle
of Wheels and tramp of Horses are heard, and two wheels of fire roll through
the Gfp« — At No. 6, Neighing and Barking are heard — Amid discordant and
eccentric Music, supposed to accompany the Willi Chace in Air, the misty
forms of a skeleton Stag, skeleton Horsemen and Honnds, pass over the magic
eirela in the clouds, to a Hunting Chorus of Spirits — At No. 0, Tremendous
Storm of Thunder, Lightning, and Hail — Meteors dart through the Air and
dauee on the Hills— -The Torrent foams and roars— The Rocks are riven, and
fresh Apparitions appear ; and all the horrors of the preceding scenes are ac-
cumulated, in order to drive the FREISCHUTZ from the magic circle.— At
No. 7, A Tree is rent asunder— ZAM I EL appears, surrounded by Fira, and
the Scene closes as the clock strikes ONE !
Aet 3— Scene 1.— The Forest. 2— A Chamber in the Forest flouse. 8,— A,
Romantic Spot iu which the Trial Shot takes place.
After which, (4th time) a New Musical Entertainment, called,
The Reign of Twelve Hours.
The whole of the Music composed bv Mr. G. B. Herbert.
The Caliph, Mr BAKTLEY.
Zeangir, (his Son) Mr PEARMAN, Chekour, Mr W. CHAPMAN,
Lords and Ladies of the Caliph's Court, Officers, Guards, Dancers,
Messrs. Bowman, Buxton, Cahill. Deering, Gallagher, Henry,
Lodge, Povcy, Robinson, Sanders, Shaw, Tctt, Vaughan, Willis.
Mesdms. XV. Bennett, Griffiths. Jerrold, Lodge, M. Nicol, Southwell,
Nnurma, (Daughter of a late Vizier) Miss KELLY,
Princess Zoraide. (daughter of a neighbouring Kin^r) Miss HENRY,
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The third performance of the new Opera of " The Aieaid ; or, the
Secrets of Office," last night, proved equally successful as on the
previous evenings. The public rarely glean any thing about the re*
petitions of a new piec« from the newspapers, for they rarely trouble
themselves with any theatrical notice after the first appearance of
some novelty. Now, in our pages the public have a sure and constant
source of information relative to the chief theatres, that does its
little part towards assisting in topics of conversation for the day. —
After the manner in which some one or two of the Newspapers spoke
of the new Opera, it might have been thought that The Jllcaid was
a total failure ; but in our pages the public will have found that three
successive audiences have been so much pleased as to give the most
decided marks of approbation. In fact, this Opera, if not the best
production of Mr. Kenney's pen, it has its amusing points, and, at
all events, is a good vehicle for music, as the situations admit of the
songs and chorusses being properly introduced. The singing of Miss
Patox and Madame Vestris is delightful, and every one acknowledges,
that the composer, has well adapted his music to their respective
voices. It seems that Miss Love had been intended to fill the part
Mrs. Garrick represents, and was to have had some songs, but that
young lady, it is said, thought there was one song too few for her;
and so, alack ! she became suddenly " indisposed." Now, if this is
really the case, it must be considered that the young lady has done a
manifest injury to Mr. Kenney, Mr. Nathan, and the establishment
that pays her for her services. After an author and a composer have
relied on the talents of a particular performer, shaped the character,
and prepared the music to the peculiar powers of the person in ques-
tion, surely it is an act of great injustice, on account of a trifling ba-
lance of superiority thrown into certain other characters, to refuse
all assistance in completing that general effect which was proposed. —
These throwin g-ttp of parts are also generally most injudicious as to
the performer's own reputation. English audiences like good nature ;
and in the present instance, had Miss Love undertaken "the character,
what she might have expected the public would have said on the sub-
ject, (considering the character less than her talents were competent
to) is, " Miss Love had given a proof of her good sense and kind
feeling in undertaking it." But now, the most widely circulated
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Journals have hinted at the real cause of her " indisposition," and it
will not add to her popularity. Miss Lovb has only to recover quickly,
and do us the pleasure of appearing in Mr. Kkxnby's Opera, and all
will he well. Whilst we make these observations, do not let it be sup-
posed that any slight is intended to Mrs. Garrick, who so kindly un-
dertook the character of Donna Francisco, at a short notice ; but
that lady will acknowledge when music is adapted to one particular
quality of voice, it cannot be sung by another of different quality with
proper effect. Thus the songs of Donna Francisca are left out en-
tirely, and the composer's labour so far thrown away.
■ IMJI.IM — i —can— a—
To-night is the twentieth time of the performance of Der Fret"
schutz, and every night there has been a crowded and fashionable
audience. It is certainly a very curious piece, and in after times any
one who had not seen it, would be very apt to say. " Well, I'm sorry
I did not go and see that Der Freisc/iutz." There is no knowing
how much longer it is to be acted, for Managers themselves like va-
riety.so we recommend those who have not seen the piece to go quickly.
Vauxhall. — Last evening these Gardens " put on all their beauty
and brilliancy." From an early hour the company began to assemble,
and the gardens were soon filled. — The orchestra was under the con-
troul of Mr. Rooke ; the overture from Der Freischutz was very ef-
fectively performed, and there was a song " Even as the Sun," by
Miss WiTham, a young lady of considerable promise. There were
many beautiful devices in the fire-works. Up to an advanced hour
this morning, waltzes, quadrilles, and Scotch reels were kept up, and
we think there were not less than 20,000 persons present.
Mr. Kean is playing in Dublin, but not, it seems, to very full houses
British Press.
Olympic Theatre — Preparations are making for the commence-
ment of the next season, on the 2d of October, under the proprietor-
ship of Mr. Frarapton, and the management of Mr. Vining. — Ibid.
Miss Macauley has made her fourth appearance at the Coburg
Theatre, in the character of Adelgitha, in the Tragedy of that name.
Southampton, Aug. 7. — The theatre opened on Monday with the
Iron Chest, in which appeared Mr. Betty, the once famed Young
Roscius, as Sir Edward Mortimer.
Mr. Bullock's Exhibitions of Ancient and Modern Mexico, presenting' a
unique, rare, and interesting collection or Curiosities, and a Panoramic
View of the City of Mexico — Egyptian Hall, Piccadillv.
Mr. Cross's Grand Collection of Wild Beasts — Exeter-'Change, Strand.
Finn's Fancy Glass-working Exhibition, in Miniature. Displaying the
-whole Art of Modelling, Blowing, and Working— 161, Strand.
±*rw»t«d & Published by E.Thomas, Denmark-court, Exefpi-'chanee, Strand.
Where Novels, Plays, Pamphlets, Post,ing-bills, Hand-bills, Letters, and
Cards are Printed, on the lowest Terms.— All Coraunications for The
Theatrical Obterver, must be post paid, and addressed as above.
Cijcattf &oj?al. ^au>=jHat1ut.
This Evening, a Comic Sketch, in 1 Act, cali'd
©
Sylvester Daggerwoo
Svlvester Dag<jerwood, Mr W. WEST,
Fustian, Mr WILLIAMS, John, Mr EBSWORTH.
After which, [4th time] a new Comic Ojktq, called,
THE ALCAID;
Or, The SECRETS of OFFICE.
The Oteriure and Music by Mr. MA THAN.
Don Christopher Toxado, Mr W. FARREN,
Felix, Madame VESTRIS, Pedrosa, Mr LISTON,
Don Andreas de Caravajol, Mr HUCKEL,
Gregorio, Mr WILLIAMS, Jabez, Mr HA.RLEY,
Juan Tortillo, Mr Latham,
Servants, Messrs Bartlev, C. Jones, & Coates,
Donna Theresina, Mrs GLOVER,
Rosabel, Miss PATON,
Margaretta, Mrs GIBBS, Giannetta, Mrs C. JONES,
Donna Francisca, Mrs GARRICK,
To conclude with the Farce of
High Life below Stair
^ Lovel, Mr COOPER,
Freeman, Mr JOHNSON, Tom, Mr COVENEY,
Duke's Servant, Mr LISTON,
Sir Harry's Servant, Mr. HA RLE Y,
Kingston, Mr C/ JONES, Philip, Mr W. JOHNSON
4 - Coachman, Mr EBSWORTH.
Kitty, Mrs GIBBS, Ladv Bab's Maid, MrsC. JONES
Lady Charlotte's Maid, Mrs GARRICK,
Cook, Mrs KENDALL, Chloe, Mrs HUNT.
To-morrow, Matrimony, The Alcaid, aD(l A Koland for au Oliver,
Ci)e atrel\o|>al digits!) @pera=^ousr,
Tlws Evening, (20th. time) a Grand Musical Performance^ entitled
nn
Or, the SEVENTH BULLE*
Killian, Mr TAYLEURE, Ottocar, Mr BAKER,
K»no, Mr HARTLEY, Rodolph, (a Huntsman) Mr BRAHAM,
Casper, (a Ditto) Mr BENNETT, Rollo, (Ditto) Mr H. PHILLIPS,
Huntsmen, Mess. Henry, J. Bland, J. Cooper,
Zaroicl, (the Black Yager, or Spirit of the Forest) Mr T. P. COOKE,
Agnes, (Kuno's Daughter) Miss NOEL,
Aon, Miss HOLD WAY, Witch of the Wolfs Glen, Mrs BRYAN
A GERMAN WALTZ by Miss Romcr, Miss Griffiths, Miss Vials,
Miss Reitl. Mrs Wells, Miss Vine, Mr Cooper, & Mr Willis.
Act 1-— -Scene J.— A Sequestered Part of the Forest. S.---The Outskirts of
the Forest & Village Inn.
Act 8.— Scene 1. — An Anti-Room in the Forest House.
Scone 2:£1THE WOLF s GLEN BY MOONLIGHT.
Grand and Impressive Music preparatory to THE INCANTATION.
THE CASTING OF THE BALLS.— At No. I, (repeated by the echoes)
the Moon i« eclipsed, Night-Birds and Apparitions of various Monsters appear.
At No. 8, The Witch of the Glen and various Reptiles appear.— At No. 3, A
Slorm and Hurricane break down Irees and scatter the Fire — monstrous Forms
rdove through the Glen, and the Torrent turns to Blood i — At No. 4, The Rattle
of Wheels and tramp of Horses are heard, and two wheels of fire roll through
the Glen— At No. 5, Neighing and Barking are heard — Amid discordant and
eccentric Music, supposed to accompany the Wild Chace in Air, the misty
forms of a skeleton Stag, skeleton Horsemen and Hounds, pasa over the magic
■<tfrci« in th« clouds, to a Hunting Chorus of Spirits — At No.G, Tremendous
Storm of "ijhundeir. Lightning, and Hail — Meteors dart through the Air and
dance on tHo Hillf^—The Torrent foams and roars — The Rocks are riven, and
fresh Apparitfons appear ; and all the horrors of the preceding scenes are ac-
cumulated, in order to drive the FREISCHUTZ from the magic circle.— At
N,o. 7, A Tree is rent asunder— ZAMIEL appears, surrounded by Fire, and
tne Scene closes as the clock strikes ONE !
Act 3— Scene 1.— -The Forest. S— A Chamber in the Forest House. 3,— A
Romantic Spot id which the Trial Shot takes plac'e.
After which, (5th time) a Now Musical Entertainment, called,
The Reign of Twelve Hours,
The whole of the Music composed by Mr. G. B. Herbert.
The Caliph, Mr BARTLEY,
Zeangir, (his Son) Mr PEARMAN, Chekour, Mr W. CHAPMAN,
Lords and Ladies of the Caliph's Court, Officers, Guards, Dancers,
Messrs. Bowman, Buxton, Caliill. Deering. Gallagher, Henry,
Lodge, Povey, Robinson, Sanders, Shaw, Tett, Vaughan, Willis.
Mesdms. VV. Bennett, Griffiths, Jerrold, Ledge, M. Nicol, Southwell,
Nourma, (Daughter of a late Vizier) Miss KELLY,
Princess Zoraide, (daughter of a neighbouring King) Miss HENRY,
*a ■ ■ — ■ — ■- - •*'■ ..——■■.- ■■ -■ ■ ■ ■-.,,, , - ■•' — ■ — - ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ -• ' *
To-moriow, Der Freischutz, with The Reign of Twelve Hours.
THE
Whtattitat 0hðtt;
AND
Daily Bills of the Pica/.
n Nothing extenuate nor set ilown aught in malic*."
JVo. 845 Saturday, Aug. 14, 1824. Price Id.
<£ngfi$f) <0pem^ou3e*
There was a very excellent attendance here last night, to see the
Opera of Der Freischutz, and the Musical Farce of The Reign of
Twelve Hours. In the former piece, Mr. Braha.m, Miss Noel, Miss
Holdaway, &c. sang charmingly; and in the latter piece, the acting
of Miss Kelly, Mr. Hartley, Mr. Pearman. and Mr. W. Chapman,
was received with considerable applause. IMiss Stephens is arrived
in town, and appears here to-night as Agnes in Der Freischutz
■ I I I II 111 T — — — -*!—
J^ap^niarftct €fjcatre.
Silvester Daggerwood was the first piece last night, in which Mr. W.
West, Mr. Williams, and Mr. Ebsworth were very amusing. The
new Opera followed, and again met a very favorable reception. High
Life below Stairs, concluded the entertainment*, in which Messrs.
Listox, Harley, Cooper, and Johnson, were were well laughed at ;
Mrs. C. Jones, Mrs. Gibbs, and Mrs. Garrick, had their share of ap-
plause.— The duet by Miss Paton and Madame Vestris was, as it
always is, encored. — The house was very full.
Mr. Flemmington, the celebrated Ventriloquist, who gave an intro-
ductory performance, at the Argyll Rooms, before His Royal High-
ness the Duke of Sussex, and a select party, will make Ids first public
appearance at The Argyll Rooms, on Monday evening next, in a Mu-
sical and Ventriloquial Performance, embracing original matter and
selections from the " Trip to Paris," and " Rogueries of Nicholas,"
in which he will display numerous nouvelle specimens of Ventriloquy.
The voices of the fictitious characters will appear perfectly natural
and unstrained, and be produced without the least exertion or move-
ment of the lips or body. — The songs are to be accompanied. -
The tragedy of Hamlet has been brought out at the Theatre at
Naples, in the form of a ballet. In the last scene, amidst peals of
thunder and clouds of smoke, Hamlet stabs the King, and the Ghost
appears to testify his satisfaction. The piece abounds with the most
grotesque dances, delightful music, and splendid dresses.
A brother of a noble Duke is said to be the husband of a justly
popular and icientific warbler. Report states the lady to have been
led to the hymeneal altar so long ago as March last, in the city of
York. — British Press.
Miss Chester, by the advice of Dr. Philip, is gone into the country
for ten days to recruit her health. Mrs. Chatterley will assume her
part in Sweethearts and Wives during her short secession from the
stage.
THE THEATRICAL OBSERVER
RUSSIAN THEATRICALS.
The following extract of n letter from St. Petersburgh, dated May
the 3d, gives us a faint idea how one of the best plays of our immor-
tal Bard has been mutilated (both in Hs translation and adoption) in
one of the principal cities of the Russian Empire : —
" As I have now enumerated the principal amusements of the city,
with the exception of theatrical ones, I shall proceed to relate to you
to what a high pitch of refinement the Russians have arrived at in
that respect, by describing to you the performances at the theatre on
Monday evening last, which, commenced with Shakspearevs tragedy of
Othello. Othello appeared in a military cocked hat, Russian boots,
and something over his shoulders more, resembling a Roman toga than
any other theatrical apparel which I can liken to it. 'J he Senators all
wore large helmets and sandals': This, as you may imagine, had a
most ridiculous effect. Cassio appears to ho drinking with a mixed
company in a tavern, when lago outers and sings a song, the subject
of which is, that Englishmen can never fijjht til! they have eaten roast
beef and drank sufficient to make them insensible of what they are
doing. lago and Cas.sio then danced a mock minuet, when Cassio sang
a song, and the other characters joined in chorus. In the fight which
took place between Cassio and Roderigo, the seat of the latter was
pierced first by Cassio, and then by lago. Roderigo, after about half
a dozen somersets, (after the style of Grimaldi) tumbled down at the
back of the stage. A wheel-barrow was then brought on the stage,
guarded by a file of soldiers, into which were placed both Cassio and
Roderigo, and wheeled off. Othello smothered JJesdemona with a pillow
at least six feet in length. Emilia then came running in, pursued by
her husband with a naked sword in his hand, who aiming it at his wife,
struck Othello, and both immediately fell to fighting, when Iago was
mortally wounded, and drove off in the same barrow which conveyed
away Cassio and Roderigo. Othello then rushed to the back of the
stage, and after imprinting a few kisses on the cheek of his murdered
wife, fell on his sword, and then died. The house was very full, it being
the fust night of its being performed in St. Petersburgh. The house
is smaller than the Haymarket, and lighted with oil, which causes a
most disagreeable smell. I think from J his description which I have
furnished you with, you will perceive what conception the Russians
have of one of the most deservedly admired Tragedies of the first
tragic genius of the world/'
If T. K. will apply at the Office, the number of The Theatrical Observer he
^ants has been procured for him.
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Miss Linwood's celebrated Pictures in Needle Work — Leicester-square,
Mr. Caoss's Grand Collection of Wild Beasts — Exeter-'Change, Strand.
F«nn's Fancy _ la^-working Exhibition, in Miniature. Displaying the
whole Art of Modelling, Blowing, and Working-- -161, Strand.
Mr. Bullock's Exhibitions of Ancient and Modern Mexieo, presenting a
unique, rare, and interesting collection oT Curiosities, and a Panoramic
View of the City ok Mexico — Egyptian Hall, Piccadilly.
i*rifif»d & Published bv E.Tmomas. Denmark-court. Exeter-'chanjre. Strand.
Wheve Novels. Play*, Pamphlets, Posting-bills, Hand-bills. Letters, and
Cart's are Printed, on the lowest Terms. — All Comunications for The
Theatrical ^bacrver, must be post * — J addressed as above.
djeatre &opal, ^ap-jHaifut.
This Evening, a Comic Sketch, in 1 Act, eali'd
ran
Baron de Limber-, Mr WILLIAMS,
Delaval, Mr. VIN1NG, O'Cloghorty, Mr LEE,
Sentinels, Messrs C. Jones, and Coates,
Clara, Mrs CHATTERLEY.
After which, [5th lime] a new Comic Op^ra, called,
F
9
Or, The SECRETS of OFFICE.
The Overture and JMusic by Mr. NATHAN*
Don Christopher Toxado, Mr W. FARREN,
Felix, Madame VESTRIS, Pedrosa, Mr LISTON,
Don Andreas deCaravajol, Mr HUCKEL,
Gregorio, Mr WILLIAMS, Jabez, Mr HARLEY,
Jnan Toriillo, Mr Latham,
Servants, Messrs Barilev, C. Jones, & Coates,
Donna Theresina, Mrs GLOVER,
Rosabel. Miss PATON,
Margaretta, Mrs GIBBS, Giannetta, Mrs C. JONES,
Donna Francisea, Mrs GARRICK,
To conclude with the Farce of
rtoianaioi
lyer,
Sir Mark Chase, Mr WILLIAMS,
MrSelborne, Mr PARRY, Fixture, Mr HUCKEL,
Alfred Highflyer, Mr VIN1NG,
Gamekeeper, Mr Latham, Groom, Mr Ebsworth,
Gamekeepers and Servants, by
Messrs. Brough, Coates, Saunders, Moore, Eames, &c.
Mrs Selborne, Mrs GARRiCK,
Maria Darlington, Madame VESTRIS,
_ Mrs Fixture, Mrs C. JONES,
Monday, Lover's Quarrels, with The Alcaid, & Love, Law, & Physic
Cf)r atre'ftopal Cngltsl) ^pera^oust,
This Evening (21st. time) a Grand Musical Performance, entitled
.clmtz %
Or, the SEVENTH BULLET/
Killian, Mr TAYLEURE, Ottocar, Mr BAKER,
Kuno, (Ranger of the Forest) Mr. BARTLEY,
Rodolph, (a Huntsman) Mr. BRAHAM,
Casper, (a Ditto) Mr BENNETT, Rollo, (Ditto) Mr II. PHILLIPS,
Huntsmen, Mess. Henry, J. Bland, J. Cooper,
Sarniel, (the Black Yager, or Spirit of the Forest) Mr T. P. COOKE,
Agnes, (Zuno's Daughter) Miss STEPHENS,
(Her first appearance at this Theatre )
Ann, Miss HOLD UVAY, Witch of the Wolfs Glen, Mrs BRYAN
Act 1— Scene J. — A Sequestered Part of the Forest. 2.---The Outskirts of
the Forest & Village Inn.
Act 2. ---Scene I. — An Anti-Room in the Forest House.
Scene 2,— THE WOLF's GLEN BY MOONLIGHT.
Grand and Impressive Music preparatory to THE INCANTATION.
THE CASTING OF THE BALLS..-. At No. I. (repeated by the echoes)
the Moon is eclipsed, Night-Birds and Apparitions of various Monsters appear.
At No. 2, The Witch of tho Glen and various Reptiles appear.-— At No. 3, A
Storm and Hurricane break down Trees and scatter the Fire — monstrous Forms
move through the Glen, and the Torrent turns to Blood !— At No. 4. The Rattle
of Wheels and tramp of Horses are heard, and two wheels of fire roll through
the Gl«n — At No. 5, Neighing and Barking are heard — Amid discordant and
eccentric Music, supposed to accompany the WTild Chace in Air, the misty
forms of a skeleton Stag, skeleton Horsemen and llonnds, pass over the magic
circle In the clouds, to a Hunting Chorus of Spirits — At No. 6, Tremendous
Storm of Thunder, Lightning, and Hail — Meteors dart through the Air and
dance on the Hills-— The Torrent foams and roars— -The Rocks are riven, and
fresh Apparitions appear ; and all the horrors of the preceding scenes are ac-
cumulated, in order to drive the FREISCHUTZ from the magic circle. — At
No. 7, A Tree is rent asunder— Z AM IEL appears, surrounded by Fire, and
the Scene closes as the clock strikes ONE !
Act 3— Scene 1. — The Forest. 2— A Chamber, in the Forest House. 3, — A
Romantic Spot in which the Trial Shot takes place.
After which, a New Musical Entertainment, called,
The Reign of Twelve Hours.
The Caliph, Mr BARTLEY,
Zcangir, (his Son) Mr PEARMAN, Chekour, Mr W. CHAPMAN,
Lords and Ladies of the Caliph's Court, Officers, Guards, Dancers,
Messrs. Bowman, Buxton, Cahill. Deering, Gallagher, Henry,
Lodge, Povey, Robinson, Sanders, Shaw, Tett, Vaughan, Willis.
Mesdms. W. Bennett, Griffiths, Jerrold, Lodge, M. Nicol, Southwell,
Nourma, (Daughter of a late Vizier) Miss KELLY,
Princess Zoraide, (daughter of a neighbouring King) Miss HENRY,
On Monday, Der Freischutz, with The Reign of Twelve Hours.
THE
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No. 846 Monday, Aug. 16, 1824. Price Id.
Miss Stephens made her first appearance on this stage on Satur-
day night, and was received by a numerous and genteel audience, with
those customary marks of public admiration and esteem which she so
eminently merits for her professional talents and private virtues. —
When we thus find the most delightful accomplishment in the posses-
sion of an amiable young lady, its value is infinitely enhanced, and
we can enjoy every fine expression of sentiment poured upon our senses
amidst a flood of melody, without an intrusive thought to disturb its
interesting purity, from the circumstance of knowing that there is not
any incorrectness of conduct, or deficiency of generous feeling. A
wantou may warble deliciously, and command the applause that vocal
skill elicits at the moment of its display, but no sympathetic cord of
the heart is touched, and we admire without any of that feeling which
does honour to human nature. Not so with respect to Miss Stephens,
who has passed through the ordeal of a Iheatrical life unspotted,
and has thus obtained the respect and regard of all. The character
of */7g??es, in the new Opera of Der Freischuiz, was the one selected
for Miss Stephens's debut here ; and the cause of her taking this part
in the room of Miss Noel, is very candidly and justly stated by the
Manager in the following terms : —
*' Miss STEPHENS having arrived in London, in pursuance of her engage-
ment to this Theatre, was to have performed in a new -Comic Opera, prepared
expressly for her First Appearance ; but the unabated and unprecedented at-
traction of DER FREISCHUTZ has rendered it impossible, from due respect
to Public curiosity, to suspend the representations of that very extraordinary
production : and in order that the musical world may, at the same time, be gra-
tified by the pledged performances of this distinguished favorite. Miss Ste-
phens has been prevailed on by the Manager to wave her scruples in regard
to dispossessing Miss Noei, of a part which she has heretofore sustained with
bo much credit and ability, (and which Miss Noel has cheerfully resigned to
such distinguished talent) and to perform the character of Agnes, with addition-
al Songs bv Weber, during the short term of her Engagement ; she will ap-
pear, for the Second Time, tujs Evening."
Mi?s Stephens executed the fine music of Weber in the most de-
lightful manner. The scena was given in a manner that stilled the
audience into a depth of attention, which was terminated by excla-
mations of " beautiful !" and the most enthusiastic applause, Mr.
Braham, also, gave all his songs in the most chaste and beautiful
style. " Good night /* was sung by him, in particular, with superior
eilectt
THE THEATRICAL OBSERVER
The Alcaid was rcceh'ed on Saturday night with great favour,
and several of the songs were encored. The following duet by Miss
Paton and Madame Vestris, is constantly called for a second time.
Oh ! happy, happy, happy lovers !
Happy youth, and happy maid,
When tremblingly each heart discovers
All its love by love repaid.
Grateful bosoms beat.
Raptured glances meet,
Tn a gentle sigh.
All your sorrows die —
Oh ! happy, happy, happy lovers !
Happy youth, and happy maid !
Hope's dream delighting,
Past pangs requiting.
Thoughts full of heaven, confining and free ;
No void left aching,
Tender hearts breaking, —
When will that day come for you and for me !
Oh S happy, happy, &c. &c.
" * The whole of the Songs are published by Mr. Miller, New Bridge Street,
Blackfriars, and may be had in the Theatre.
Vauxhall — The Proprietors intend this evening to exhibit their
Gardens, with the same matchless splendour as on the King's Birth
Day, in honor of His Royal Highness the Duke of York.
Mr. Flemmington, the Ventriloquist, is to perform this evening, at
the Argyll Rooms.
Miss Love. — We have received the following Letter, in reference
to our observations, in our number of Friday last, on this young lady
not performing in Mr. Kenney's Opera as was proposed. We will not
take upon us to say, that Miss Love is not at present unwell, which
every one must regret, but we would ask her this question — did she
not shew some objection to her list of Songs in The Jllcaid ; and was
she not immediately after, announced to be " indisposed v> We do
not make this enquiry with a view to insist upon that " indisposition"
being assumed, but merely to vindicate ourselves for the remarks we
made.
To the Editor of The Theatrical Observer.
Sir — I am not a little surprised, knowing your general liberality, that you
should have mentioned the illness of Miss Love in the way you have, for it is
out of the power of any one to say that Miss Love has not always proved her-
self ready to appear before the public, when occasion requires, and it is well
known that she has taken characters far above her powers, when the illness of
other performers have prevented them from taking their own parts. Miss Love
is really unwell, or she would not disappoint her patrons and friends. I am
sure you will correct your error, and your informant, whoever he is, ought to
come forward and publicly declare fcfee error he has fallen into, and do justice
to a truly amiable and deserving female.
I am, Sir, A Constant Readeb of your Journal.
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Cards are Pointed, on the lowest Terms. — All Comunications for The
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This Evening, a Comic Sketch, in 1 Act, call'd
Lovet^ Quarrels.
Carlos, Mi JOHNSON, Lopez, MrEBSWORTH,
Sancho Mr W. WEST,
Jacinlha,MrsGIBBs' Leonora, Mrs W. CLIFFORD,
After which, [6th time] a new Comic Oppra, called,
THE ALCAID ;
Or, The SECRETS of OFFICE.
The Overture and Musk by Mr. NATHAN.
Don Christopher Toxado, Mr W. FARREN,
Felix, Madame VESTRIS, Pedrosa, Mr LISTON,
Don Andreas deCaravajol, Mr HUCKEL,
Gregorio, Mr WILLIAMS, Jabez, Mr HARLEY,
Jnan Tortillo, Mr Latham,
Servants, Messrs Bartlev, C. Jones, & Coates,
Donna Theresina,* Mrs GLOVER,
Rosabel, Miss PATON,
Margaretta, Mrs GIBBS, Giannetta, Mrs C. JONES,
Donna Francisca, Miss LOVE,
To conclude with (by permission of the Proprietors of the Theatre
Royal, Covent Garden) the Farce of
Love, Law, & Physic.
Dr. Camphor, Mr WILLIAMS,
Flexible, Mr HARLEY, Andrew, Mr WILKINSON,
Captain Danvers, Mr JOHNSON,
J. Brown, Mr BROUGH, Lubin Log, Mr LISTON,
Coachman, Mr Ebsworth, Waiter, Mr C. Jones,
Laura, Mrs. GARRICK,
Mrs Hillary, Mrs GIBBS, Molly, Mrs COVENEY.
To-morrow, A Day after the Wedding, with The Alcaid, and
Married and Single.
Ci)fatteEo^alCngUsI) €>pera=i>ott se
Ibis Evening (22nd time) a Grand Musical Performance, entitled
^ • V JL
9
Or, the SEVENTH BULLET/
Killian, Mr TAYLEURE, Ottocar, Mr BAKER,
Kuno, (Ranger of the Forest) Mr. BART LEY,
Rodolph, (a Huntsman) Mr. BRAHAM,
Casper, (a Ditto) Mr BENNETT, Rollo, (Ditto) Mr II. PHILLIPS,
Huntsmen, Mess. Henry, J. Bland, Lodge,
Zamicl, (the Black Yager, or Spirit of the Forest) Mr J. COOPER,
Agnes, (Zuno's Daughter) Miss STEPHENS,
Ann, Miss POVEY, Wild) of the Wolfs Glen, Mrs BRYAN,
Actl— SGenel. — A Sequestered Part of the Forest. 2. — The Outskirts of
the Forest & Village Inn.
Act 2.— Scene 1. — An Anti-I?oom in the Forest House.
Scene2,— THE YVOLF's GLEN BY MOONLIGHT.
Grand and Impressive Musie preparatory to THE INCANTATION.
THE CASTISO OF THE BALLS.— At Na. I, (repeated by the echoes)
the Moon is eclipsed, Night-Birds and Apparitions of various Monsters appear.
At No. 2, The Witch of tlui Glen and various Reptiles appear.— At No. 3, A
Storm and Hurricane break down Ireesand scatter the Fire — monstrous Forms
move through the Glen, and the Torrent turns to Blood !---At No. 4, The Rattle
of Wheels and tramp of Horses are heard, and two wheels of fire roll through
the Gl^n— At No. 5, Neighing and Barking are heard — Amid discordant and
eccentric Music, supposed to accompany the Wild Chace in Air, the misty
forms of a skeleton Stag, skeleton Horsemen and Hounds, pas§ over the magic
circle in the clouds, to a Hunting Chorus of Spirits — At No. 6, Tremendous
Storm of Thunder, Lightning, and Hail — Meteors dart through the Air and
dance on the Hills---The Torrent foams and roars— -The Rocks are riven, and
fresh Apparitions appear ; and all the horrors of the preceding scenes are ac-
cumulated, in order to drive the FREISCHUTZ from the magic circle. — At
No. 7, A Tree is rent asunder—ZAMlEL appears, surrounded by Fire, and
the Scene closes as the clock strikes ONE !
Act 3— -Scene 1. — The Forest. 2— A Chamber in the Forest ?Ioo,se. 3, — A
Romantic Spot in which the Trial Shot takes place.
After which, a New Musical Entertainment, called,
MILITARY TACTICS.
The Characters by Mr BARTLEY, Mr POWER, Mr YVRENCH,
MrPEARMAN, Mr BOYVMAN, & Miss HOLDAYVAY.
To conclude with the Musical Farce of
Love among the Roses.
Alderman Marigold, Mr YV. BENNETT, Edmund, Mr BLAND,
Capt. Gorgon, Mr BARTLEY, Sharpset, Mr WRENCH,
Timothy Hollyhock, Mr KEELEY,
Rose, Miss HOLDAYVAY.
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Lover's Quarrels was the riist piece last night ; and was eery
pleasantly noted. This plan of giving a short Farce for the opening
of the performances, is very judicious, as it affords time for those
whose occupations or habits make it inconvenient to go to the Theatre
earlier than half-past seven or eight o'clock. By the present arrange-
ment, such persons can arrive in time for the remaining performances,
and see them complete, instead of finding, as is customary in our
Theatres at the hour alluded to, one act of the three or rive act piece
over. Accordingly, the commencement of the new Opera of The
Alcaid can be easily reached after a six o'clock dinner. This attention
to the fashionable world is highly commendable, because it favors the
patronage of the stage by the higher classes, a point which, if more at-
tended to by the Managers of our " National Theatres," might brinb'
back the British Stage to the degree of fashionable distinction en-
joyed by that Italian Stage in our British metropolis, wlrch has with
po anti-English a feeling, been honored with the title of " The King's
Theatre." Wc may here take the opportunity of replying to some
remarks that have been made upon our paying so little attention to
the Italian Theatre in the Haymarket. The fact is, wc are inclined
to promote the interests of that native talent which wc conceive is as
worthy of admiration as any of foreign growth. Yet, we are not so
illiberal as to shut out talent because it i3 foreign ; but we shall ever
strenuously object to the Royal patronage being bestowed in an es-
pecial manner, not only on foreign performers, but on a species of
entertainment very far from being accordant with English feelings. —
We do not say there should be no Italian Stage, but wc do say, tlm
Italian Stage should not have the shadow of superiority over the
British Stage. Wc will only add, that we trust His Majesty; who
is an Englishman at heart, may be pleased to take the view of this
subject that we do, and render the Stage of his own Country the first
honor. Miss Pa ton and Madame Vestkts, in The Alcaid, sang de-
lightfully. We are happy to say, that Miss Love appeared last night
in the character intended for her in this Opera. She gave her songs
with much effect, and received considerable applause. — It was with no
feelings of hostility to this lady that wc made the remarks we offered.
Love, Law, and Physic was acted, for the first time this season ;
Mr. Liston's, Lubin Log, and Mr. Barley's Flexible, were highly
amusing, the latter gentleman was encored in " The Humours of a
Playhouse.'* Mi. Wilkinson, as Andrew, was well received, and the
other ladies and gentlemen, played the minor characters with consi-
derable spirit. — The house was full' in all parts. *
THE THEATRICAL OBSERVER.
Miss Stephens and Mr. Braham again gave the music in Der
Freischutz with the finest effect, and received immense applause.
The after-pieces of Military Tactics and Love among the Roses were
amusing. — The house was crowded.
Vauxhall. — Did not the proprietors of these Gardens feel " that
idle wishes are very idle things/' they would, we presume, wish that
every evening on which their entertainments opened fell on a royal
birth-day ; and in this wish they woul'1 be very excusable, from the
overflow of visitors which thronged to this favorite summer promenade
on the King's birth-day, and on last evening, in honor of the anni-
versary of the birth-day of the Duke of York The crowds were im-
mense— the fire-works most brilliant, and the music, vocal and in-
strumental, delightful, and the very ham and chickens seemed better
than ever. — Such is the effect of the magic of this paradise.
The Battle of JFaterloo continues to draw crowded houses to Mr.
Davis's Theatre in the Westminster Road.
Mr. Flemmixgtox was mo9t nattering received, last night, at the
Argyll Rooms.
To the Editor of The Theatrical Observer.
Sin,
Seeing my Letter to you inserted to day, and your explanation,
with two or three questions in it, I will answer them. Miss Love did
make some slight objections to the songs- intended for her in " The
Alcaid" for they were not exactly suited to her powers, and I trust
she was right in the objection, for there was then time for them to be
altered ; aud that she was announced to be indisposed shortly after
that, is also true, but is that any reason why her illness should be
assumed, because she had made some objections to her part. I think
the supposition is very unfair; but Miss Love has vindicated herself,
in coming forward to take the part, originally intended for her, as
soon as she recovered herself sufficiently to perform.
I am, Sir,
Aug. 16. A CONSTANT READER.
(J^* It is respectfully suggested to our Friends to be careful, io going to the
Theatre, not to be imposed on bv an imitation of this Paper
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Mr. Cross's Grand Collection of Wild Beasts — Exeter-'Change, Strand.
Finn's Fancy _r_A<s»-wou!UNG Exhibition, in Miniature. Displaying the
whole Art of Modelling, Blowing, and VVoiKiug— 161, Strand.
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unique, rare, and interesting collection or Curiosities, and a Panoramic
View of the City of Mexico — Egyptian Hall, Piccadillv.
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Tbis EreniHg, a Coaic Sketch, in 1 Act, call'd
A Day after the Wedding.
Col. Freelove, Mr VINING,
Lord Rivers, Mr C. JONES, James, Mr. COATES,
Ladv Elizabeth Freelove, Mrs GIBBS.
Mrs Davies, Mrs KENDALL.
After which, [7th time] a uevv Comic Op<«ra, called,
THE ALCAID ;
Or, The SECRETS of OFFICE.
The Overture and Music by Mr. NATHAN,
Don Christopher Toxado, Mr W. FARREN,
Felix, Madame VESTRIS, Pedrosa, Mr LISTON,
Don Andreas de Caravajol, Mr HUCKEL,
Gregorio, Mr WILLIAMS, Jabez, Mr HARLEY,
Joan Tortillo, Mr Latham,
Servants, Messrs Bartley, C. Jones, & Coates,
Donna Theresina, Mrs GLOVER,
Rosabel, Miss PA TON,
Margaretta, Mrs GIBBS, Giannetta, Mrs C. JONES,
Donna Francisca, Miss LOVE,
To conclude with the Comedy of
Married and Single.
Beau Shatterlv, Mr W. FARREN.
Bickerton, Mr POPE. Melford, Mr COOPER
Ferret, Mr. W. WEST, Captain O'Rapper, Mr LEE,
Scamper, Mr VINING. Servant, Mr MOORE.
Officer, MrC. JONES. Mr Crarmvell, MrCOVENEY
Mrs Bickerton, Mrs GLOVER.
Mrs Shatterlv, Mrs C. JONES, Fannv, Miss SCOTT,
MrsCramwell, Mrs COVENEY.
To-morrow, Blue Devils, with The A lea id, ancf X. V. Z.
7 his Evening1 (2,3id timej a Grand Musical Performance, entitled
Or, the SEVENTH MULLET!
Killian, Mr TAYLEURE, Ottocar, Mr BAKER,
Kmio, (Hanger of the Forest) Mr. HARTLEY,
Rodolph, (a Huntsman) Mr; BRA HAM,
Casper, (a Ditto) Mr BENNETT, Hollo, (Ditto) Mr II. PHILLIPS,
Huntsmen, Mess. Henrv, J. Bland, Lodge,
Zarniel, (the Black Yager, or Spirit "of the Forest) Mr J. COOPER,
Agnes, (Zuiio's Daughter) Miss STEPHENS,
Ann, Miss POVEY, Witch of the Wolfs Glen, Mrs BRYAN,
Act 1 — Scene I.— A Sequestered Part of the Forest. 2.— The Outskirts of
the Forest & Village Inn.
Aits'.— Seen* 1,— An Ami-Room in the Forest House.
Scene 2.— TME WOLF s GLEN BY MOONLIGHT.
Grtad and Impressive Music preparatory to THE INCANTATION'.
THE CASTISG OF THE BALLS,— M No. I, (repeated by the echoes
the Moon is eclipsed, Night-Binls and Apparitions of various Monsters appear*
-At No. "i, The Witch of thf. Glen and various Reptiles appear.— AX No. 3, A
Stoma and Hurricane; break down 'lreesand scatter the Fire — monstrous Form*
move through the Glen, and the Torrent turns to Blood ! — AtNo. 4% The Rattle
of Wheels and tramp of Horses are heard, and two wheels of fire roll through
th« Gi«*n — At No. 5, Neighing and Barking are heard — Amid discordant and
eeeer>ftiG Music, supposed to accompany the Wild Chace in Air, the misty
forms of a skeleton Stag, skeleton Horsemen and Honnds, pass over the magic
<?i-rele in the clouds, to a Hunting Chorus of Spirits — At No, 0, Tremendous
Storm of Thunder, Lightning, and Hail — Meteors dart through the Air and
danee on the Hills— The Torrent foams and roars— -The Rocks are riven, arid
fresh Apparitions appear ; and all the horrors of the preceding scenes are ac-
cumulated, in order to drive the FRKISCHUTZ from the magic circle. ---At
~No. 7, A Tree is rent asunder— ZAMIFL appears, surrounded by Fire, and
the Scene closes as the clo^k strikes ONE !
Act 3— Seen* I. — The Forest. 2 — A Chamber in the Forest Houft. 3,— A
RoH-antu Spot in which the Trial Shot takes place.
After which, the Musical Entertainment, called,
THE TURNPIKE GATE.
Crack, Mr W. CHAPMAN, who will sing" The Mail Coach:'
Sir Edward Dashaway, Mr J. BLAND, Smart, Mr SALTER,
Henry Blunt, Mr PEAUMAN, who will sing " The Bay of Biscay."
Robert Maythorn, Mr KEELEY, Old Maythorn, Mr MINTON,
Groom. Mr SANDERS, Steward, Mr J. COOPER,
Bailiff, Mr LODGE, Sailors, Messrs HENRY, aud POVEY,
Joe Standfast, Mr TAYLEURE,
Mary, Miss HOLDAWAY, Peggy, Mrs J. WEIPPERT,
Landlady, Mrs jERrtOLB.
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To-moiTOTV, Dcr Ficisuhutz, with I will hare a Wife,
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Our inventinc genius hardly affords us a change of terms where-
with to eutertain our readers on the subject of Der Freischutz. If
we understood the German tongue, it might be a little variety to give
our sentiments over again in that language, which would enable us,
at least, to give some additional weight to our remarks. The best
tiling' we can say of this extraordinary, and therefore attractive ope-
ratic drama, is, that the appearance of the interesting Miss Ste-
phens, in Agne3, a$? this Theatre, has, as a punning friend observes,
given fresh shoots to the " Freischutz."
His Royal Highness, the Duke of Sussex, Prince Esterhazy,
the Countesses of. Guildford and Paulett, the Countess Lieven,
Ladies Pccock, Francis, and Bellingham, the Marquis of Bute,
and Colonel Berkeley, were among the visitors — The house was
tilled in every part at an early hour.
$5ap^niarfeet €!jcatxc*
Jl Day Jlfter the JFedding, The jJlcaid, with Married and Single,
were performed last night to a full house. In the first piece Mr. Vis-
ing and Mrs. Gibes, were highly amusing, and at its conclusion Mr.
Vining came forward to apologize for the absence of Mr. Williams,
whom he said was taken suddenly ill, but Mr. Lee would, with their
leave, appear as Gregorio, which character he supported highly re-
spectable. Miss Paton and Madame Vestris were encored.
Sadler's Wells. — We are happy to find this pleasing and deserving
establishment has once more regained its wonted popularity. Much
is due to the spirited and determined exertions of the proprietors, for
the rank it holds amongst the other minor establishments. The en-
tertainments are such as cannot fail to be attractive, possessing, as
they do, both talent and variety ; -and from their continued display of
every novelty, they are entitled to the approbation they nightly re-
ceive. A new musical piece was brought forward on Monday last, en-
titled The Mistakes of a <Vight7 which had a very favorable reception
The united efforts of the actors created the greatest mirth throughout
the piece ; and it was announced for repetition during the week amidst
general applause. Miss Vincent is delighting her auditory with her
inimitable versatile powers, in a clever written production, called
Disguises ; or, Two Stages from Gretna. It is full of whim, va-
riety, and bustle, and is rendered doubly effective by the exertions of
THE THEATRICAL OBSERVER.
this highly gifted child. The comic Pantomime is increasing in po-
pularity nightly ; the opening, which is well delineated, and very
splendid, is by that celebrated artist Greenwood ; but we understand
the comic part of it is produced by the unrivalled (trimaldi. — Hart-
land's Clown is, as usual, excellent. On Monday next, we observe,
is fixed for the Benefit of Grimaldi, the " Clown of Clowns," whose
powers still, and ever must remain in the recollection of the public. —
We are happy to hear, that after an illness of twelve months, he in-
tends appearing on this occasion in his " native element," (the above
Theatre,) and his son is announced for the Clown on that evening,
whose pretensions to the profession approach nearer to his father's
excellence than any we have yet seen upon the stage. — We heartily
wish him a bumper.
Miss M. Tree, Miss Hallande, ami Mr. Sinclair, are performing
together at the Edinburgh Theatre. — British Press.
Vauxhall — This evening the Grad Fete will be repeated.
To the Editor of The Theatrical Observer.
Sir,
I, in common with many others, am desirous of calling the
attention of the management of the Haymarkct Theatre to a regu-
lation, existing, I believe, exclusively at that Theatre, which is that
the doors open at six o'clock ; from which circumstance, any person
going to the pit, is obliged (if the performances be very attractive)
to lose half an hour, in order to be in time for a good seat. I wish
}ou could prevail on the worthy management to open the doors at
half-past six in future, which would confer a great service on
Your most humble Servant,
A CITIZEN,
Aug. 16. and frequenter of the iiaymarket theatre.
To the Editor of The Theatrical Observer.
ENIGMA.
Sir— Why pray is the new Ope- a uf Der Freischulz, which is so full of
ominous creatures, and marksmen, like a cricket-match ?
Your's, QUERY.
We presume, the proper answer to Mr. Query's Enigma is, that
the said Piece is full of bats and balls.
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This Evening, a Comic Sketch, in 1 Act, eall'd
Lover's Quarry Is-
Carlos, Mr JOHNSON, Lopez, Mr EBSWORTH,
Sancho, Mr W. WEST,
Jacintha, Mrs GIBBS, Leonora, Mrs W. CLIFFORD,
After which, [8th time] a new Comic Opera, called,
THE ALCAID ;
Or, The SECRETS of OFFICE,
The Overture and Music hy Mr. NATIMJST.
Don Christopher Toxado, Mr W. FARREN,
Felix, Madame VESTRIS, Pedrosa, Mr LISTON,
Don Andreas de Caravajol, Mr HUCKEL,
' Gregorio, Mr LEE, Jabez, Mr HA'RLEY,
Jnan Tortillo, Mr Latham,
Servants, Messrs Bartley, C. Jones, & Coates,
Donna Theresina, Mrs GLOVER,
Rosabel, Miss PATON,
Margaretta, Mrs GIBBS, Giannetta, Mrs C. JONES,
Donna Francisca, Miss LOVE,
To conclude with (by permission of the Proprietors of the Theatre
Royal, Covent Garden) the Farce of
Captain Galliard, Mr JOHNSON,
Neddy Bray, Mr LISTON,
Grubbleton, Mr LEE, Doddle, Mr COATES,
Roscius Alldross, (first time) Mr HARLEY,
Ralph Hempseed, Mr W. WEST,
Maria, Miss J. SCOT I\ Betty, Mrs COVENEY,
Mrs Mouser, Miss BOYCE,
Dora Muinwell, Mrs WINDSOR,
To-morrow, Twelve Precisely, Sweethearts and Wives, with
Two Strings to your Bow.
Cijeatie l\o|)al Cnglisli ©peva^ouse
earr-^sst- . v v^-ov-v v;--jr*-j*c; •
This Evening (42iih time) a Grand Musical Performance, entitled
Or, ike SEVENTH BULLET!
Kiliian, Mr TAYLEURE, Ottocar, Mr BAKER,
Kuno, (Ranger of the Forest) Mr. HARTLEY,
Rodolph, (a Huntsman) Mi*. BRAHAM,
Gasper, (a Ditto) Mr BENNETT, Rollo, (Ditto) MrH. PHILLIPS,
Huntsmen, Mess. Henry, J. Bland, Lodge,
Zamie), (the Black Yager, or Spirit of the Forest) Mr J. COOPER,
Agnes, (Zuno's Daughter) Miss STEPHENS,
Ann, Miss POVEY, Witch of the Wolfs Glen, Mrs BRYAN,
Actl— Scene J. — A Sequestered Part of the Forest. 2.— The Outskirts of
the Forest & Village Inn.
Act 9.— Scene 1. — An Anti-Room in the Forest House.
Scene 2,— THE WOLF's GLEN BY MOONLIGHT.
Grand and Impressive Music preparatory to THE INCANTATION.
THE CASTING OF THE BALLS. — At No. I, (repeated by the echoes)
the Moon is eclipsed, Night-Birds and Apparitions of various Monsters appear.
At No. 2, The Witch of tin; Glen and various Reptiles appear.— At No. 8, A
Storm and Hurricane break down Trees and scatter the Fire — monstrous Forms
move through the Glen, and the Torrent turns to Blood !— At No. 4, The Rattle
of Wheels and tramp of Horses are heard, and two wheels of fire roll through
the Glen--At No. 5, Neighing and Barking are heard — Amid discordant and
eccentric Music, supposed to accompany the Wild Chace in Air, the mistv
forms of a skeleton Stag, skeleton Horsemen and Hounds, pass over the magic
circle in the clouds, to a Hunting Chorus of Spirits — At No. 0, Tremendous
Storm of Thunder, Lightning, and Hail — Meteors dart through the Air and
dance on the Hills— The Torrent foams and roars— The Rocks are riven, and
fresh Apparitions appear ; and all the horrors of the preceding scenes are ac-
cumulated, in order to drive the FREISCHUTZ from the magic circle. — At
No. 7, A Tree is rent asunder— ZAMIEL appears, surrounded by Fire, and
the Scene closes as the clock strikes ONE !
Act S— Scene 1.— The Forest. 2— A Chamber ki the Forest House. 3,— A
Romantic Spot in which the Trial Shot takes place.
After wlggh, the Musical Entertainment, called-,
• l^H n "wary «
lie
9?
i
Admiral Fircdrakc, Mr. BARTLEY,
C'apt. Firedake, Mr PEARMAN, Mr Dennis O'Leary, Mr POWER
Harry Merton, (alias Billy Badger) Mr BAKER,
Binnacle, Mr MINTON, Clod, Mr LODGE, Thomas, Mr HENRY,
Mrs Ogleby, Mrs. GROVE, Isabella Hardy, Miss HENRY.
Emily Rosebank, Miss POVEY, Mrs Summerheld, Bliss CARR,
To-morrow, Der Frcisehutz, with The Reign of Twelve Hours.
THE
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The Opera of JJer Freischulz was again repealed last night, for
the 24th time. Mr. Braham and Miss Stephens sang their songs
with beautiful effect, and were rapturously applauded. Mr. Bennett
acted Casper uncommonly well, and was flatteringly received.— The
other characters were well sustained. The Musical Entertainment of
" / will have a ff^ife," followed, in which Mr. Bartley, Mr. Power,
Mr. Pearman, Miss Povey, &c. acted very humorously. — There was
an excellent house.
E9W«KMt
^ajmuarftct €!jcatrc*
The amusing one act piece of Lovers Quarrels was well acted last
night, by Mr. W. West, Mr. Johnson, Mr. Ens wo rtii, Mrs Gibes.
and Mrs. Clifford. The new Opera of The Jlvaicl, followed, m
which Mr. Farren, Liston, Harley, Madame Vestris, and Miss
Paton', were highly applauded. After which, the Farce of X, Y, Z,
was performed here, for first time this season. Mr. Liston's .Neddy
Bray, and Harlev's Boscius Jilldross, (first time) were excellent; —
Mr. W. West's Ralph Hempseed, was very respectable, and he re-
ceived coii3ideiablc applause. Miss Boyce, and Mrs. Windsor, were
highly amusing as J\Irs. Jllouser, and Dora JWumvjelL
It is reported that a lively actress, whose performance in the drama
of Sweethearts and fVives, has been so much and justly admired,
will shortly assume the latter character in real life. — British Press.
Mrs. Siddons and a large party, en famille, are enjoying the baths
and sea breezes at Dover, where she has taken one of the new houses
on the Marine Parade.
Birmingham Theatre. — The tragedy of Caius GraccJius was an-
nounced for representation on Monday last ; the two principal cha-
racters to be sustained by Mr. Warde and Miss Jarman. Hamlet was
to be repeated on Wednesday, to enable Mr. Warde to re-appear in
that character ; and The Hypocrite is to be played on Thursday. —
Mrs. G. Kemble's Comedy of Smiles and Tears is to be acted on
Friday under Masonic patronage. Mr. Warde and Mr. Shuter have
represented Doctor Cantwell and Maw-worm, in The Hypocrite, with
much effect. — That Play drew an overflowing house. It was produced,
no doubt, as an aid to Mr. Blnn's pamphlet, versus the anti-theatrical
Puritan.
THE THEATRICAL OBSERVER
To the Editor of The Theatrical Observer.
Sir — As the pages of your respectable publication are less occupied
during the present season, with criticism upon what is termed the le-
gitimate drama, you will probably oblige a constant reader with the
following remarks upon the performances and performers of the JVew
Surrey Theatre, which the daily bills announce to be under an " entire
new management ;" now whether this be really so, or not, I do not
know ; but this I do know, that the conduct of what comes before
the audience is totally different to what it was, prior to such announce-
ment ; and as I am one of those constant frequenters, who did not
fail to express my disapprobation. I feel I ought to make the amende,
by applauding the very evident reformation ; and I am not acquainted
with any means so effectual as through the medium of your widely
circulated and impartial Observer.
The performances produced on Monday night, and advertised for
the week, are such as might pass current at either of the winter es-
tablishments ; but the melo-draraa that has particularly elicited these
observations, is entitled The Burning Bridge ; the scene of which
lies in China, and has given an opportunity to the artists for a display
of talent unequalled by any of their brethren of the brush or pencil,
in any Minor Theatre, and places them upon an equality with the first
scene, or Diorama painters of the day. The costume does equal cre-
dit to those concerned ; it is correct, chaste, and splendid, and all
the parapharnalia corresponds. The performers are equally entitled
to praise ; and first H. Kemble, by judiciously suppressing his accus-
tomed violence, rendered his Tartar maniac more effective than is
alwavs the case in similar characters, and his auditors marked their
sense of his propriety by just applause. Rowbotham did great justice
to the (supposed) consiience-stricken father. Hemmi.ngs should throw
a little more animation into his passion for the fair Celinda, as it
lacked a little the air of reality, but yet was highly respectable. —
Auld and Harwood were also deserving credit. Celinda, the heioine,
fell to the lot of Mrs. Loveday, and though totally opposite to what
I had previously conceived to be her forte, she did ample justice to
her character ; the dialogue she delivered with natural simplicity and
truth ; and her attention to the most minute characteristics of her
dress, rendered her identity as complete as, I conceive, scenic illusion
will allow. This lady's versatility and uniform attention to whatever
she has to do, little or much, would render her a great acquisition to
any Theatre ; and if she perseveres, it is not too much to predict
that better things await her than are to be met with in a Minor
Theatre. Mrs. Young, as her attendant, sang a comic duet with
Harwood, and acquitted herself with respectability: as did all the
subordinate characters, and the curtain fell amidst cheers, real cheers
of applause. I am, your Constant Reader,
Wednesday, Aug. 18. JUSTITfA.
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This Evening, a Comic Sketch, in 1 Act, cali'd
Twelve Precisely*
Brass, Mr W. WEST, Landlord, Mr EBSWORTH,
Sir Ferdinand Frisfcv, Mr JOHNSON,
Amelia Wildlove, Mrs CHATTERLEY,
Katty O'Carrol Mrs CHATTERLEY !
Marchioness deGrenouille Mrs CHATTERLEY ! !
Captain Wildlove.. Mrs CHATTERLEY ! ! !
Marquis de Grenouiile.. . . Mrs CHATTERLEY ! ! ! !
Peggy, Miss WOOD.
After which, the favorite Operatic Comedy, called
learts & Wives.
The Music composed and selected by
Messrs. Whitaker, Nathan, T. Cooke, and Perw.
Admiral Franklyn, Mr W. FARREN,
Billy Lackaday, Mr LISTON,
Sandford, Mr MELROSE, Curtis, Mr LEE,
Charles, Mr V1N1NG,
Eugenia, Mrs CHATTERLEY,
Mrs Bell, Mrs C .TONES, Susan, Mrs GARRICK,
Laura, Madame VESTRIS.
To conclude with the Musical Farce of
Two Strings to your Bow.
Lazarillo, Mr LISTON,
Octavio, Mr JOHNSON, Don Sancho, Mr LEE,
Ferdinand, Mr VINING,
Boraehio, Mr C. Jones, Don Pedro, Mr. Younger,
Donna Clara, Madame VESTRIS,
who will introduce " Reason and Love ;" — Braham.
Leonora, Mrs GARRICK.
To-morrow, Pigeons & Crows, with The Alcaid, and Matrimony.
Cijeatre ftopl English ©pera^ouse
7 his Evening (25th time) a Grant! Musical Performance, entitled
Der Freischutz g
Or, the SEVENTH BULLET!
Kiilian, Mr TAYLEURE, Ottocar, Mr BAKER,
Kuno, (Ranger of the Forest) Mr. BARTLEY,
Rodolph, (a Huntsman) Mr. BRAHAM,
Casper, (a Ditto) Mr BENNETT, Rollo, (Ditto) Mr H. PHILLIPS,
Huntsmen, Mess. Henry, J. Bland, Lodge,
Zamiel, (the Black Yager, or Spirit of the Forest) Mr J. COOPER,
Agnes, (Kuno's Daughter) Miss STEPHENS,
Ann, Miss POVEY, Witeh of the Wolfs Glen, Mrs BRYAN,
A GERMAN WALTZ, by Mm Romer, Miss Griffiths, Miss Vials,
Miss Reid, Mrs Wells, Miss Vine, Mr Bowman and Mr IViUis.
Actl — Scene I. — A Sequestered Part of the Forest. 2.— The Outskirts of
the Forest & Village Inn.
Act3.— Scene 1. — An Anti-Room in tho Forest House.
Scene 2,— THE WOLF's GLEN BY MOONLIGHT.
Grand and Impressive Music preparatory to THE INCANTATION.
TUB CASTING OF THE BALLS.— At No. I, (repeated by the echoes)
the Moon is eclipsed, Night-Birds and Apparitions of various Monsters appear.
At No. 2, The Witch of tho Glen and various Reptiles appear.— At No. 3, A
Storm and Hurricane break down Ireesand scatter the Fire — monstrous Forms
move through the Glen, and the Torrent turns to Blood !--.- At No. 4, The Rattle
of Wheels and tramp of Horses are heard, and two wheels of fire roll through
the Glen — At No. 5, Neighing and Barking are heard — Amid discordant and
eccentric Music, supposed to accompany the Wild Chace in Air, the misty
forms of a skeleton Stag, skeleton Horsemen and Honnds, pass over the magic
circle in the clouds, to a Hunting Chorus of Spirits — At No. 6, Tremendous
Storm of Thqnder, Lightning, and Hail — Meteors dart through the Air and
dance on the Hills—The Torrent foams and roars — The Rocks are riven, and
fresh Apparitions appear ; and all the horrors of the preceding scenes are ac-
cumulated, in order to drive the FREISCHUTZ from the magic circle.— At
No. 7, A Tree is rent asunder—ZAMIEL appears, surrounded by Fire, and
the Scene closes as the clock strikes ONE !
Act 3— Scene 1. — The Forest. 2— A Chamber in the Forest House. 3,— A
Romantac Spot in which the Trial Shot takes place.
After which, the Musical Entertainment, called,
The Reign of Twelve Hours,
The whole of the Music composed by Mr. G. B. Herbert.
The Caliph, Mr BARTLEY,
Zeangir, (his Son) Mr PEARMAN, Chekour, Mr W. CHAPMAN,
Officer, Mr J. BLAND,
Nourma, (Daughter of a late Vizier) Miss KELLY,
Princess Zoraide, (daughter of a neighbouring King) Miss HENRY-
To-morrow, Der Freischutz, — The Rival Soldiers,— Fire k Water.
THE
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No. 850 Friday, Aug. 20, 1824. Pries Id.
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$ap*marftct Qfytatte.
Mrs. Chatterley repeated her Twelve Precisely for the 100th
time we imagine. She is certainly very clever in it, and shews a
great deal of spirit, and a very versatile talent. After this display
of disguises, we had the amusing Operatic Comedy of Sweethearts
and Wives. Mr. Kenney has in this piece, suited tho leading cha-
racters so well to their several representatives, aad the dialogue is so
a musing, .and at times interesting, that it always proves very acceptable
to the public, and, accordingly, there was a very crowded house. —
Mr. Ltston's Billy Lackaday is entertaining in the highest degree,
and the author has been most fortunate in having this unique per-
former to fill the part. Indeed, like the characters of Crockery and:
Peter Phstoral, ; which were fitted exclusively for the late Mr. Tokely,
Billy Lackaday has been made to measure for Liston with great ac-
curacy ; and we conceive the above named characters afforded the-
hint to Mr. Kenney, as Billy is a compound of both. By the bye,
we should like to see Mr. Liston, in Crockery ,• there is no doubt but'
he would rendoT it highly laughable, particularly as there are so many
view miseries for him to indulge in.. Mr. W. Farren did the old Ad-
miral extremely well. Mrs. Chatterley, since Miss Chester's re-
tirement, has filled the part of Eugenia, and gives to it the greatest
interest. Indeed, she acts this character, as she does many others.
with the utmost truth of feeling, and leaves us no reason to regret
the change. The Laura? of Madame Vjss.tb.is is as engaging as ever.
She was encored last night, as she generally is, in Mr, Nathan's
song of " fV7ty arc you wandering." We should have mentioned that
Mr. Liston was likewise encored in his comic piece of melancholy
harmony. The remaining characters were pleasantly supported by
Messrs. Melrose, Vining, Lee, Mrs. Garrick, and Mrs. C. Jones.
The latter lady is a general favourite, nay, a mighty one with the
powers above. There is such a comfortable look about her, so much
of good nature, although she can assume a little of the devil too,
that she is always welcome.
In the Farce of Two Strings to your Bow, which finished the
night's entertainments, Madame Vkstris appeared to great advantage
B9 Donna Clara, and was loudlv encored in Braiiam's air of" Reason
and Love.' * Mr. Liston, in Lazarillo, was very amusing of course,
and. the wkole piece was agreeably acted;
THE THEATRICAL OBSERVER.
In t>er Frcischutss, we had again the delightful Miss Stephens,
and the admirable Braham, who gave to the fine music of Wfber,
the very best effect. Mr. H. Phillips, who fills the part of Rollo,
displays his fine bass voice in a superior manner. — This gentleman is
rising rapidly in his profession. IVliss Povey, we are happy to say,
is again able to take her character of jinn in this Opera, and sang
with her accustomed sweetness and taste. In The Reign of Twelve
Jtouri, Miss Kelly ruled very engagingly, and Mr. Pearman sang
with pleasing effect. Mr. W. Chapman does the little in Chekdttr
sufficiently well. — The house was crowded.
Vauxhall Gardens. — There will be a Spendid Gala To-night.
The Cobourg Theatre was crowded to excess last night, to witness
the performance of Jane Shore, or, as it. is called at the Cobourg,
The King's Mistress. Miss Macau ley played Alicia respectably •
but in her most serious scene an nwkard circumstance occurred from
the scantiness of her robe. In falling to the ground, this lady exposed
the greater part of her stockings which are usually concealed by tra-
gedy heroines, and displayed by figurantes. The acting of Bengough,
as Dumont, was excellent.
Boulogne Theatre, Aug. 9. — The Jf heel of Fortune , Weazel M.
Penley, Governor Tempest, M. Hall, Woodville, M. Martin, Syden-
ham, M. Green, Penruddock, M. Serle, Sir David Daw, M. J. Knight,
Henry Woodville, M. Mears, Jenkins, M. Clark, Mrs. Woodville, Miss
Emery, Emily Tempest, by Miss Walpole, (from the Theatre Royal
Covent Garden, and Bath, her first appearance here.) Dame Dunck-
ley, Mrs. Beynon. With the afterpiece of Rosina, Belville, M. Mears,
Captain Belville, M. Green, Rustic, M. Hall, William, M. J. Kight,
First Irishman, M. Martin, Second Irishman, M. George, Rosina,
Miss M. Jonas, Dorcas, Mrs. Beynon, Phoebe, Miss Walpole. — T. J.
Serle, Stage-manager. The whole under the direction of M.Smithson.
To the Editor of The "theatrical Observer.
Sir,
I beg leave to inform you of a mistake which appeared in your
Paper of the 5th. ulto. and which I make no doubt you will correct,
with your usual attention to the suggestions of your Correspondents.
The gentleman whose imitations (substituted for Mr. J. Reeve's
song) deservedly met with so much applause at Covent Garden Theatre
on the 20th of July last, was not Mr. Rede, as erroneously stated in
vour Paper above-mentioned, but Mr. Buckingham, of the Surrey
Theatre.
I am, Sir, your's, &c. H. C. S. — A Constant Reader.
A^rinte.l & Published by E.Thomas. Denmark-court. Exet^r-'ehancre, Strand.
Where Novels, Plays, Pamphlets, Posting-bills, Hand-bills, Letters, and
Cards are Printed, on the lowest Terms. — All Comunications for The
Theatrical Observer, must be post paid, and addressed as ab»te.
Cijeattf ftopal. ^a^jHaifeer.
■■mi ii ■ i n i ii i m ■! it r iiiiiiii—iM
This Evening will be pei formed the Comedy of
Pigeons and Crows,
Sir Peter Pigtviggin, Mr LISTON,
Captain Piirwiggin, alias Neville, Mr VINING,
Mr Wad, Mr WILKINSON
Mr Muz, Mr HUCKEL, Blondeau, Mr W. WEST,
Patrick O'Rorogoroo, Mr LEE,
Tom, Mr COVENEY, Bailiff, Mr EBSW ORTH,
Louisa, Mrs CHATTERLEY,
Mrs Harvey, Mrs WINDSOR, Man, MrsC. JOlNES,
After which, [9th time] a new Comic Op^ra^ ealled,
THE ALCAID ;
Or, The SECRETS of OFFICE.
The Overture and Music by Mr. NJI THAN.
Don Christopher Toxado, MrW. FARREN,
Felix, Madame VESTRIS, Pedrosa, Mr LISTON,
Don Andreas de Caravajol, Mr HUCKEL,
Gregorio, Mr LEE, Jabez, Mr HARLEY,
Juan Tortillo, Mr Latham,
Servants, Messrs Bartlev, C. Jones, & Coates,
Donna Theresina, Mrs GLOVER,
Rosabel, Miss PATON,
Margaretta, Mrs GIBBS, Giannetta, MrsC. JONES,
Donna Francisca, Miss LOVE,
To conclude with the Comic Piece of
MATRIMONY.
Baron de Limberg, Mr YOUNGER,
Del aval, Mr. VINING, O'Cloghorfy, Mr LEE,
Sentinels, Messrs C. Jones, and Coates,
Clara, Mrs CHATTERLEY.
— - — • ■ i .■■.... . — ■■■ ■ - ... .,..-., — .- . . i . i«»
To-morrow, Of Age To-morrow, with The Beggar's Opera, and
Married and Single.
t£fH&trr ftowalCnerjiSl) (Ppeva^ouse
tmmasa&Hms-wtxterr^r*
'fhis Evemng (20th time) a Grand Musical Performance, entitled
Der F
Or, the SEVENTH BULLET f
Ktllian, Mr TAYLEURE, Ottocar, Mr BAKER,
Kuno, Mr. HARTLEY, Rodolph, (a Huntsman) Mr BRAHAM,
Casper, (a Ditto) Mr BENNETT, Rollo, (Ditto) MrH. PHILLIPS,
Huntsmen, Mess. Henry, J. Bland, Lodge,
Samiel, (the Black Yager, or Spirit of the Forest) Mr J. COOPER,
Agnes, Miss STEPHENS.
Ann, Miss POVEY, Witch of the Wolfs Glen, Mrs BRYAN,
THE CASTING OF THE B-UZA— At No. I, (repeated bythc echoes)
the Moon is eclipsed, Night-Birds and Apparitions of various Monsters appear.
At No. 2, The Witch of thu Glen and various Reptiles appear. --'At No. 3, A'.
Storm. and Hurricane break down 'Irees and scatter the Fire — monstrous Forms
inpve through the Glen, and the Torrent turns to Blood !— At No. 4. The Rattle
of Wheels, and tramp of Horses are heard, and two wheels of fire roll through
the Qlea-r-At No- 5, Neijihing and Barking, are heard — Amid discordant and
eccentric Music, supposed to accompany the Wild Chace in Air, the misty
forms of a skeleton Stag, skeleton Horsemen and Hounds, pass over the magic
circle in the clouds, to a t Hunting (-horns of Spirits — At No. 6, Tremendous
Storm of Thunder, Lightning, and Hail — Meteors dart through the Air and
danoe on the Hills-— The Torrent foams and roars — The Rocks are riven, and
fresh Apparitions appear; and all the horrors of the preceding scenes are ac-
cumulated, in order to drive the FSEISCHUTZ from the magic cirele.---At
No. 7, A Tree is rent asunder— 2AMIEL appears, surrounded by Fire, and
the Scene closes as the clock strikes. ONE !
After which the Musical Entertainment of
The Rival- Soldiers
Lenox, Mr J. BLAND, Major Tactic, Mf W. BENNETT,
Captain Cruizer, Mr MINTON, Corporal, Mr. HENRY,
Sinclair, Mr BROADHURST, Nipperkra, Mr -WV CHAPMAN,
who will sing " THE A'IGHTIAGJLE CLUB,*"
Mary, Miss HOLDAWAY,
To conclude with the Comic Operatta of
FIRE & WATER
Captain Hurry, Mr BARTLEY, Mr Thrifty, Mr W. BENNETT,
Frederick, Mr WRENCH,
Jacob, Mr SLOMAN, who will sing .tf COMIC MEDLEY.
fcawyer, Mr COOPER, Constables, Messrs. LODGE and POVEY.
Fanny, Miss HOLDAWAY, Furbish, Mrs J. WEIPPERT.
Incidental to the Piece— A SERENADE,
by Messrs. Broadhurst, J. Bland, and H. Phillips.
fprmotrow, PerPrcfschutz, with The~Reigu of Twelve Hours,
©.-
THE
fainca
AND
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*• Nothing extenuate nor set down aught in malice."
No. 851 Saturday, Aug. 2i, 1824. Price Id.
u'lvi m manages
*' That infernal Page again !" as we have it in Figaro: so may
we diurnal critics exclaim of the terrific Opera here, which being
everlastingly presented to us, from vcrv lack of new terms whereby
to notice it, wc may vety naturally exclaim, "That infernal Drr
Freisehutz again !" — and an infernal piece it is. What the Diable
can we now say about it ! Why, nothing more than that the JHahle.
will have his day, or rather his night ; for he seems to rule nightly
at this house. Vet, we do not mean to support the puritanical opi-
nion that. " the Theatre is the Devil's own house ;" although the
truth is, that many deeds of darkness are done here — vide, (if you
can) the extinct gas-lights — and still, the morality of the stage is not
thereby impeached. If any of our readers think this a paradox, let
them go and see this extraordinary drama, and, then, they will find
it a very palpable fact, and that " the Prince of Darkness," and his
fire-works, cannot afieet our ' good works" But if this were doubt-
ful, surely a spectator would derive confidence from knowing that
there is more than one Angel in the piece ; Miss Sterh^s, for in-
stance, whose heavenly voice is enough to melt the heart of the veriest,
daemon that ever plagued mankind. We defy any person to hear her
and not fee? that his best feelings were gratified. She is as capable of
inspiring devotion, as she is of communicating the most delicate
sense of tender and innocent sentiment. Whether she executes the
most sublime piece of Handel, or the most playful air, bhe is still in
our mind's eye one of those good .Angels who appear on earth to ex-
tend harmony., and give a relish to us mortals, of the rational pleasures
of this life. The audience of last night appeared fully sensible of her
charming powers, and acknowledged their delight with great ani-
mation. Mr. Bkaham also shared in the applause bestowed so justly
on his unrivalled powers. i-Jis " Good •Vight," is sung with the ut-
most taste, feeling, and science. When to the musical attractions
are added the singularities of this drama, it is no wonder that snch
crowds should be present at its performance every night. We find
there are to be but a few more of the combined performances of Miss
Stephens and Mr. Braham in JDcr Frei* chutz,, on account of their
provincial engagements. Those, therefore, who have not seen the
piece with them in it, should take care not to lose the opportunity. —
The OvertHre was again encored last night — it is a very line and
striking composition.
THE THEATRICAL OBSERVER
Thv Rival Soldiers followed, and that was succeeded by Fire and
Water, both of which were pleasantly acted.
Miss Harvey and Mr. Philipfs arc to appear here again after the
departure of Miss Stephens and Mr. Braham; and the admirable
Mathews is to be here early in next month.
fi^aaTgrngg^BgaecKM
That laughable Comedy, Pigeons and Crows was excellent per-
formed last night, and the whole received with much mirth and ap-
plause. The Alcaid Was afterwards represented for the ninth time.
The chief part of the music was delightfully executed by Miss Paton,
Madame Vestris, and Miss Love. The entertainments concluded
with the comic piece of Matrimony , which was very pleasantly acted
by Mrs. Chatterley, Mr. Vining, Mr. Lee, &c — The house was fulL
Surrey Theatre. — This evening the new Melo-drame, called The
Burning Bridget or, the Spectre of the Lake, to which will be add-
ed, a Bmletta, intitled The Painter's Study, and a Scotch Romance
called The Grwme ; or, the Wizard of the Black Rock.
The Battle of Waterloo, with Mon. Ducrow's horsemanship was
honored again, last night, with a delighted and brilliant audience.
Vauxhai.l. — The Proprietors intend to celebrate the Birth- day of
His Royal Highness the Duke of Clarance,wi(h the same splendor and
magnificence as characterized the brilliant illuminations and entertain-
ments on the birth-days of His Majesty, and his Royal Highness the
Duke of York.
In the Morning Chronicle of yesterday, there is a quizzing para-
graph, which states that Mr. Elliston had embarked with his private
Secretary, on board a Steam Packet, for Rotterdam, on a theatrical
speculation, in order to attend the fair, at which, it seems, some
pantomimic p erf onners of great powers had appeared.
~~~ TO R R E S PONDENTS.
til G. is informed that his Letter will not he inserted : Mr. J. Isaacs requires
do such pujf at the expense of a brother performer.
~~~ E X H I B ITI ONS —
Mr. Crosses Grand Collection of Wild Beasts — Exeter-'Change, Strand.
F»nn's Fancy Glams-workino Exhibition, in Miniature. Displaying the
whole Art of Modelling, Blowing, and Working— 161, Strand.
Mr. Bullock's Exhibitions of Ancient and Modern Mexico, presenting a
unique, rare, and interesting collection or Curiosities, and a Panoramic
View of the City of Mexico — Egyptian Hall, Piccadilly.
(p$* It is respectfully suggested to owr Friends to be careful, ia going t« the
Theatre, not to be imposed on by an imitation of this Paper
Frint^d & Published by E.Thom\k. Denmark-court, Fxef^i-'chanffe, Strand.
Where Novels, Plays, Pamphlets, Posting-bills, Hand-bills, Letters, and
Cards are Printed, on the lowest Terms. — All Complications for The
Theatrical Observer, must be post paid, and addressed as aboYe.
Cljeattf ilapl, |^ap=iHaitiet.
""Tiiyrg i-jrriiinMbT T~iir 'Tm'ir- "
This Evening, a Comic Piece, call'd
Of Ase To4iicirrow.
Frederick Baron Willinhurst, Mr VINING,
Baron Pifflebersr, Mr LEE.
Hans. Molkns, Mr WILKINSON,
Friz, MrEBSWORTH, Waiter, Mr COATES,
Ladv Brumback, Mrs WINDSOR,
Sophia, Miss J. SCOTT, Maria, Miss LOVE,
who will sing " JVo Joy without my hove!
After which,
Tlif* H^gi'firfir9^ On erst*
Captain Macheath, Madame VESTRIS,
Peaclium, Mr W. FARREN,
Loekit, Mr LEE, Filch, Mr W. WEST,
Ben Bud^e, Mr Ebsworth, Wat Dreary, Mr Latham,
Crook-fingered Jack, J/r Bartley^
Mat o'the Mint, Jir B rough, Drawer, JI/r C. Jones,
Harry Paddington, Mr Kcnch,
Twiteher, Mr Coates, Nimmin"- Ned, Mr SaHnders,
Mrs Peachnm, Mrs WINDSOR.
Jennv Diver. Mrs. HUNT, Tawdrv, Miss WOOD,
Polly, Miss PATON, Lucy, Mrs. C. JONES,
In Act 3. A Hornpipe in Fetters, by Mr Bemetzrieckr.
To conclude with the Comedy of
and Single,
»©&'»'
Beau Shatterlv, Mr W. FARREN.
Bickerton, MrPOPE. Mel ford, Mr COOPER
Ferret, Mr. W. WEST, Captain O'Rapper, Mr LEE,
Scamper, Mr VINING. Servant, Mr MOORE.
Officer, MrC. JONES. Mr Cramwell, MrCOVENEY
Mrs BickertDn, Mrs GLOVER.
Mrs Shatterlv, Mrs C. JONES, Fannv, Miss SCOTT,
Mrs Cramwell, Mrs COVENEY.
On Monday, Blue Devils, with Sweethearts and Wives, &c.
Cljratie 'EopaiCngltsI) €ptife&
This Evening- (27th time) a Gram! Musical Performance, entitled
Or, */«? SEVENTH BULLET!
Killiai, Mr TAYLEURE, Ottocar, Mr BAKER,
Kuno, Mr. HARTLEY, Rodolph. fa Huntsman) Mr BRAIIAM,
Casper, (a Ditto) Mr BENNETT, Rollo, (Ditto) Mr II. PHILLIPS,
Huntsmen, Mess. Henry, J. Bland, Lodge,
Zamie], (the Black Yager, or Spirit of the Forest) Mr J. COOPER,
Agnes, Miss STEPHENS.
Ann, Miss POVEY, Witch of the Wolfs Glen, Mrs BRYAN,
A GERMAN WALTZ, by Mm Romcr, .Miss Griffiths. Miss rials,
Miss Reid, Mrs TVolls, Miss Vine, Mr Bowman and Mr fVillis x
SCENERY.
ACT I.— Scene I.— A SEQUESTERED PART OF THE FORES T.
Scene 2. — The Outskirts of the Forest and Village Inn.
Act 2.— .Scene 1. — An Anti-Room in the Forest Mouse.
SccneS,— THE WOLF's GLEN BY MOONLIGHT.
Grand and Impressive Music preparatory to THE INCANTATION".
THE CASTING OF THE BAZLS.---M Nb: I, (repeated by the echoes)
the Moon is eclipsed, Nigkl-Birds and Apparitions of various Monsters appear.
At No. 2, The Witch of tru> Glen and various Reptiles appear.— At No. 3, A
Storm and Hurricane break down Ireesand scatter the Fire — monstrous Forms
wove through the Glen, and the Torrent turns to Blood !--- At No. t, The Rattle
of Wheels and tramp of Horses are heard, and two wheels of fire roll through
♦he Glen — At No. 5, Neighing and Barking are heard — Amid discordant aril
eccentric Music, supposed to accompany the Wild Chace in Air, the misty-
forms of a skeleton Stag, skeleton Horsemen and Honnds, pass over the magic
circle in the clouds, to a Hunting Chorus of Spirits — At No. 6, Tremendous
Storm of Thunder, Lightning, and Hail — Meteors dart through the Air and
dance on the Hills— The Torrent foams and roars— -The Rocks are riven, and
4t(*$\i Apparitions appear ; and all the horrors of the preceding scenes are ac-
cumulated, in order to drive the FREISCHUTZ from the magic circle.— At
No. 7, A Tree is rent asunder— -Z AMI EL appears, surrounded by Fire, and
the Scene doses as the clock strikes ONE !
Act 1— Srene 1— The FOREST. 2— A CHAMBER in the FOREST HOUSE
Scene 3— A ROMANTIC SPOT, in which the Trial Shot takes place.
The
After which, the Musical Entertainment, called,
Reign o
The whole of the Music composed by Mr. G. B. Herbert.
The Caliph, Mr BARTLEY,
Zeahgir, (his Son) Mr PEARMAN, Chekour, Mr W. CHAPMAN,
Officer, Mr J. BLAND,
Nournm, (Daughter of a late Vizier) Miss KELLY,
Princess Zornide, (daughter ofa neighbouring King) Miss HENRY.
On Monday, Der Freischutz, Military Tactics, and A Dun a .Day,
THE
Sftiatrtcal €M)£ct l»rv ;
iiNO
Daily Hills of the Play.
*• Nothing extenuate nor set down aught in malice."
No. 852 Monday, Aug. 23, 1824. Price Id.
L JJBI ■ ' — — ■ I M II I JI.-U1UUJI-U.I-I I .'H'.-u^
€ngli£f) <©pcra4fou3c.
Time is fast consuming the allotted period for the. appearance of
Miss Stephens and Mr. Braham, whom the Manager informs us,
" having, long since, concluded peremptory engagements at the Pro-
vincial Musical Festivals, cannot possibly extend their performances
in this Theatre beyond Wednesday, the 1st of September, after which
time the celebrated Der Freischutx must necessarily be withdrawn
fiom representation/' — The house, on Saturday night, was crowded,
and the applause great.
The first piece of Saturday night was, " Of Age To-morrow,"
which was acted uncommonly -well in every character, but particularly
so by Miss Love and Mr. Vining. That lady sang with veiy pleasing
effect the Medley song, and that of " JSro, my lovs, no,"' which were
encored. We should, however, have first mentioned, that on entering
the Theatre, we regretted to find, by manuscript placards on the front
of the house, that Miss Paton had been suddenly and severely taken
ill., which prevented her playing Polly, in The Beggar's Opera. No-
thing was stated relative to any substitution of piece or performer :
but at the end of the above mentioned Farce, Mr. W. Farren ap-
peared, and addressed the audience to the following effect : — " Ladies
and Gentlemen, I appear before you under rather unpleasant circum-
stances ; I am requested by the Manager to make known to you, that
Miss Paton has been taken suddenly ill, of which there was no in-
timation at the Theatre until five o'clock this day. — (Mr. Farren here
produced and read a letter from Miss Paton's Physician) But now,
Ladies and Gentlemen, I have the pleasantest part of my duty toper-
form. The Manager with that desire which he has always felt not on
any occasion to disappoint the public, has accepted the services of a
young lady who has never appeared on any stage,and who has been for
some time anxious to make a debut here. With your kind permission
she will undertake the part of Polly ; and coming forward as she
does on this extraordinary occasion, without even a previous rehear-
sal, she places the fullest confidence in your kindness, in passing
over any defects." Loud applause followed this Address, and the
Opera then commenced. When Polly had to appear, Mr. Farren
led on the young lady, who appeared not more than seventeen or
eighteen; and of a pleasing person. She was welcomed in the most
THE THEATRICAL OBSERVER.
friendly manner by the audience, but it was evident, throughout, that
her extreme agitation considerably impeded the full effect ihe might
have given to her songs. She was encored in " But he so teazed me,**
and would, no doubt, have had the same mark of approbation be-
stowed on some of her other songs, had not the audience conceived
it was trying her powers too severely. She, certainly, has a good
voice ; and as we find we shall have another opportunity of hearing
her under less embarrassment, we shall not extend our remarks at
present. Madame Vestris gave the songs of Macheath as admirably
as any lady could. Mr. Farren and Mr. Lee were the Peachum and
Lockit. The piece is so curtailed that the latter has hardly any thing
to do. Mr. Farren acted Peachum very well. Mr. W. West played
JFilch, and received applause in some instances. Mrs. Jones played
Lucy with great spirit. — She frightened the new Polly in downright
earnest. The entertainments concluded with the new Comedy of
Married and Single. — The house wai very full.
Sadler's Wells. — By the bills we perceive the Benefit of Grimaldi
is fixed for this evening, and from the novelty, we have no doubt but
a bumper will be the result, after an absence from the stage of more
than twelve months, occasioned by the most severe illness ; he intends
introducing a scene in which he will exhibit his unrivalled powers, and
sing one of his mnch admired comic songs. His son is announced
for the Clown on this occasion, which, added to the appearance of
Grimaldi himself, is, we think, a novelty that must prove more than
usually attractive. A new melo-drama,of which report speaks highly,
is also prepared for this evening, a translation from the French, which
has lately created a strong sensation in Paris, where it has been per*
formed upwards of two hundred successive nights. The splendid pan-
tomime, entitled Harlequin Faggot Maker ,r or, the Magic Bowl, is
among the novelties, in which the celebrated Pantaloon, Barnes, is
mentioned to appear in his original character, and Mr. J. S. Grimaldi,
as the Clown, which name being coupled with Sadler's Wells, reminds
us of the olden, as well as the " golden" times of this Theatre.
At the Surrey Theatre, this :evenin?. The Burning Bridge ; or,
the Spectre of the Lake, with Wavtrley ; or, Sixty Years Since.
At the Amphitheatre, this week, The Battle of Waterloo, with va-
rious novelties, will be repeated.
A splendid Naval Commemoration in honor of the Diike of Cla-
rence's Birth-day, and of the Royal Navy, takes place this evening
at Vau,xhal].
Italian Opera House, Haymarket. — We perceive that by order
of Signor Benelli, the whole of the Scenerv, M.S. Operas and Music,
Properties, and interior Fittings of this Theatre, are to be brought
to sale on Wednesday next !
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'Cijeatte &oyal, ^ap^jHatfcet.
This Evewing, a Comic Piece, call'd
BLUE DEVILS-
Megrim, (first time) Mr COOPER,
James, Mr W. WEST, Bailiff, Mr EBSWORTH,
Demisou, (first time) Mr COLLIER,
Annette, Miss LOVE.
After which, the iavorite Operatic Comedy, called
Sweethearts & Wives.
The Music composed and selected by
Messrs. Whitaker, Nathan, T. Cooke, and Perry,
Admiral Franklyn, Mr W. FARREN,
Billy Lackaday, Mr LISTON,
Sandford, Mr MELROSE, Curtis, Mr LEE,
Charles, Mr VIN1NG,
Eugenia, Miss CHESTER,
Mrs Bell, Mrs C. JONES, Susan, Mrs GARRJCK,
Laura, Madame VESTRIS.
To conclude with the Comedy of
Married and Single.
Beau Shatterly, Mr W. FARREN.
Bickerton, Mr POPE. Melford, Mr COOPER
Ferret, Mr. W. WEST, Captain O'Rapper, Mr LEE,
Scamper, Mr VINING. Servant, Mr MOORE.
Officer, MrC. JONES. Mr Cram well, MrCOVENEY
Mrs Bickerton, Mrs GLOVER.
Mrs Shatterly, Mrs C. JONES, Fanny, Miss SCOTT,
Mrs Cram well, Mrs COVENEY.
To-morrow, The Young Quaker, with Intrigue, and X, Y, Z.
Cfjcatte ftoyai Cngltsh ^peia-^ouse
»r**2J>* t iflwjej^a
'I his Evening (2&th time) a Grand Musical Performance, entitled
»er Freiseliiitz
Or, */*e SEVENTH BULLET!
Killian, Mr TAYLEURE, Ottocar, IVIr BAKER,
Kudo, Mr. HARTLEY, Rodolph, fa Huntsman) Mr BRAHAM.
Casper, (a Ditto) Mr BENNETT, Rollo, (Ditto) Mr H. PHILLIPS.
Huntsmen, Mess. Henry, J. Bland, Lodge,
Zamiel, (the Black Yager, or Spirit of the Forest) Mr J. COOPER,
Agnes, Miss STEPHENS.
A»n,Mjss POVEY, Witch of the Wolfs Glen, Mrs BRYAN,
A GERMAN WALTZ, by Mvs Homer, %i$s Griffith*, Miss Vials,
Miss Reid, Mrs IFells, Miss Fine, Mr Bowman and Mr JVillis,
SCENER Y.
ACT I.— Scene I.— A SEQUESTERED PART OF THE FOREST.
Scene 2.— The Outskirts of the Forest and Village Inn.
Act 2.— 'Scene I.— An Anti-Room in the Forest House.
Scene 2,— THE WOLF's GLEN BY MOONLIGHT.
Grand and Impressive Music preparatory to THE INCANTATION.
THE CASTING OF THE BALLS.-- At No. I, (repeated by the echoes)
tha Moon is eclipsed. Night -Birds and Apparitions of various Monsters appear.
At No. 2,. The Witch of the Glen and various Reptiles appear. -—At Np. 3, A
Storm and Hurricane break down 1 rees and scatter the Fire — monstrous Forms
wiove through the Glen, and the Torrent turns to Blood I — At No.. 4, The Rattle
of Wheels and tramp of Horses are heard, and two wheels of fire roll through
♦he Glwi--- At No. 5, Neighing and Barking are heard — Amid discordant and
acoentric Music, s-unposed to accompany the Wild Chace in Air, the misty
fonns of a skeleton Stag, skeleton Horsemen and Honnds, pass over the magic
circle in the clouds, to a Hunting Chorus of Spirits — At No. 6, Tremendous
Storm of Thunder, Lightning, and Hail — Meteors dart through the Air and
danee on the Hills—-The Torrent foams and roars—* -The Rocks are riven, and
fresh Apparitions appear ; and all the horrors of the preceding scenes are ac-
cumulated, in order to drive the FREISCHUTZ from the magic circle.— At
No. 7, A Tree is rent asunder— ZAMIEL appears, surrounded by Fire, and
theSgene closes as the clock strikes ONE !
Act l^S^ene I— The FOREST. 2— A CHAMBER in the FOREST HOUSE
Scene 3— A ROMANTIC SPOT, iu which the Trial Shot takes place.
To conclude with the Comic Operatta of
FREE and EASY.
Sir John Freeman, Mr WRENCH,
Mr Charles Couitley, Mr HARTLEY, Ralph, Mr TAYLEURE,
Michael, Mr W. CHAPMAN,
Richard, Mr SALTER, Peter, Master BODEN.
Mrs Charlotte Couitley, Miss POVEY, Rose, Miss R, BODEN,
Gertrude, Miss KELLY.
Eugenia, Miss CARR, Cook, Mrs. JERROLD.
To-morrow, Der Fieischutz,, with Gretna Green,
THE
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AND
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J)er Frbisckutz was yesterday evening repeated to an elegant
and crowded auditory. The first act passed with its usual eclat, in
which Mr. Braham exerted his transcendant talents with astonishing
effect. At the conclusion, Mr. Bartley appeared, and his approach
seemed to announce him the harbinger of unpleasant tidings, which
was confirmed on his addressing the audience to the following effect.
" Ladies and Gentlemen, — Previous to the appearance of Bliss
Stephens, to me devolves the unpleasant duty of announcing that at
this moment she is suffering from a severe cold and attendant hoarse-
ness, and so great is the extent of* her indisposition, that no other
lady, similarly circumstanced, would venture to appear before you ;
but such is her anxious solicitude and consciousness of duty, that she
has determined to make the arduous attempt of performing the part
for which she has been announced this evening. I need not, Ladies
and Gentlemen, observe how complicated and difficult ate the music
and part she has to perform ; but firmly trust that the flattering in-
dulgence with which she has ever been honored, will he extended to
her on this occasion."
This explanation and apology were duly received, and on the ap-
pearance of Miss Stephens in the opening of the second act, she was
greeted with unanimous plaudits, at which she seemed deeply affected,
but on th(Sir subsiding, recovered her composure, and though evidently
struggling with severe illness, she sung with great taste and science ;
of course the usual encores were not pressed. It would be great in-
justice not to notice Miss Povey ; she warbled delight fully ; and the
remaining characters were well sustained. Free and Easy followed,
in which Miss Kelly, if possible, excelled former efforts, in her arch
and sprightly delineation of Gertrude.
I^ap^marfect €lf)catre.
The entertainments here are exactly of the description which we
look for at the " Little Theatre." Now and then some music, and
always a good share of humor and pleasantry. We need only refer
to the play-bill of this evening, which contains three of the most
amusing pieces, and which we are sure will be well acted. Mr. Lis-
ton, Mr. Harley, Mr. W. Farren, Mr. Cooper, Mr. Vising, Mr.
W. West, Madame Vestris, Miss Love, Miss Chester, Mrs. Gibes.
&c. have conspicuous places.
Ttt£ THEATRICAL OBSERVER
Vauxall. — Last night these Gardens were unusually splendid, in
order to celebrate the Birth-day of the Duke of Clarance. The even-
ing being fine, the company assembled in great numbers. Various de-
vices were tastefully hung along the different walks, and flags of
Great Britain waved as triumphantly as in the proudest days of a
Howe, a St. Vincent, or a Nelson.
Davis's Amphitheatre.— The Battle of Waterloo, and the Pan-
tomime of The Dragon of Wantley, attracted a full house last night.
Surrey. — The grand Chinese melo-drama of The Burning Bridge
was again repeated last night, and was excellently acted.
Sadler's Wells — We understand Mr. Grimaldi had a bumper.
# To the Editor of The Theatrical Observer.
Mr. Editor,
I am but a poor fellow, in short a complete Sylvester the
Second, and rightful heir to the throne of all the Daggerwoods ; and,
therefore, I deem myself compelled to inform the world, through the
medium of your useful Publication, of the grievances I sustain thro*
the performance of that infernal piece of music at the English Opera,
entitled " Der Freischutz," which has put an end to many free looks-
in at the E. O. II. I have been out of an engagement these two years,
owing to the blowing-up of our barn at a little town, about two hun-
dred miles from London, one night, occasioned by a barrel of gun-
powder, of which we cheated a smuggler, in order to add Metropolitan
effect to the last scene of a melo-drama. We lost our all, besides
three donkies,whose capers whilst ascending to the airy regions seemed
to emulate the movements of the more noble quadrupeds, who have
danced nightly on the classic boards of our winter theatres. Alas !
I have ever since felt pinching hunger knawing my better parts in a
most insatiate manner ; and *vere it not for some of my brethren, who
bestow their bones upon me, by this time I should not have a bone to
pick. Often an order has ordered me a dinner : but now, I look with
despairing eyes, and feel as if tottering on the rock of disappoint-
ment, without a friendly peake to offer me assistance. The German
carries the day, and my English bosom sighs for a mutton chop !
Mr. Editor, inform me when you think orders will -go, and you will
oblige Your's,
DAGGERWOOD, Jun.
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F»nn's Fancy Glass-working Exhibition, in Miniature. Displaying the
whole Art of Modelling, Blowing, and Working — 161, Strand.
Mr. Bullock's Exhibitions of Ancient and Modern Mexico, presenting a
unique, rare, and interesting colleciion of Curiosities, and a Panoramic
View of the City of Mexico — Egyptian Hall, Piccadilly.
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This Evening will be peifnimed tlie Comedy of
The Young Quaker.
OldSadbov, Mr W. JOHNSON,
Chronicle, Mr W. FARREN, Clod, Mr LISTON,
Young Sad boy, Mr VINING,
Spatterdash. Mr HARLEY, Shadrach, Mr Williams
Lounge, Mr COVENEY, Goliah, Master Tokeley,
Captain Ambush, Mr JOHNSON, Twig, Mr Coates,
Lady Rounceval, Mrs WINDSOR,
Pink, Mrs GIBBS, Mrs Millefleur, Mrs KENDALL,
Araminta, Miss LOVE, who will introduce
" It was a Lover and his Lasts'*
Dinah Primrose, Miss CHESTER.
After which the Farce of
INTRIGUE.
Captain Rambleton. Mr VINING,
Varnish, (first time) Mr COOPER,
Tom, (first time) Mr HARLEY,
Ellen, Madame VESTRIS, who will introduce
41 In merry Cat lisle lived a Lady fair*
In the course of the Piece, Madame VESTRIS, and Mr HARLEY,
will introduce the Comic Duet of
5 WHEN A LITTLE FARM WE KEEP."
Te conclude with (by permission of the Proprietors of the Theatre
Royal, Covent Garden) the Farce of
Aj| jL 9 Ma%
Captain Galliard, Mr JOHNSON,
Neddy Bray, Mr LISTON,
Roscius Alldross, Mr HARLEY,
Grubbleton, Mr LEE, Doddle, Mr COATES,
Ralph Hempseed, Mr W. WEST,
Maria, Miss J. SCOT I\ Betty, Mrs COVENEY,
Mrs Mouser, Miss BOYCE,
Dora Mumwell, Mrs WINDSOR,
To-morrow, Blue Devils, with Sweethearts and W ives, &c.
Clnatre '& opal digits!) #pera=^ousc
mamtsamtnaaBmBaaaaaBOBatBt
Ibis Eyeing (29th time) a Grand Musical Performatace, entitled
Or, the SEVENTH BULLET/
Killta^, Mr TAYLEURE, Ottocar, Mr BAKER,
Kuno, Mr. HARTLEY, Rodolph, fa Huntsman) Mr BRAHAM,
Casper, (a Ditto) Mr BENNETT, Rollo, (Ditto) MrH. PHILLIPS,
Huntsmen, Mess. Henry, J. Bland, Lodge,
Znm%*l (the £lack Yager, or Spirit of the Forest) Mr J. COOPER,
Agnes, Miss STEPHENS,
Aim, Misi POVEY, Witch of the MW s Glen, Mrs BRYAN,
A GERMAN WALTZ, by Miss Homer, Miss Griffiths, Miss Vials,
Miss Reid, Mrs Wells, Miss Fine, Mr Bowman and Mr IVillis,
SCENER Y.
ACT I.— Scene I.— A SEQUESTERED PART OF THE FOREST.
Schns 2. — Tke Outskirts of the Forest and Village Inn.
Act 2.— Scene 1. — An Anti-Room in the Forest House.
Scene 2,— THE WOLFs GLEN BY MOONLIGHT.
Grand and Impressive Music preparatory to THE INCANTATION.
TH& CASTING OF THE BALLS..- At No. I, (repeated by the echoes)
the Moon is eclipsed, Night-Birds and Apparitions of various Monsters appear.
At No. 2, The Witoh of the Glen and various Reptiles appear.— At No. 8, A
Storm and Hurricane break down 'Ireesand scatter the Fire — monstrous Forms
move through the Glen, and the Torrent turns to Blood ! — At No. 4. The Rattle
of Wheels and tramp of Horses are heard, and two wheels of fire roll through
the Gle>n-«At No. 5, Neighing and Barking are heard — Amid discordant and
eccentric Music, supposed to accompany the Wild Chace in Air, the misty
forms of a skeleton Stag, skeleton Horsemen and Honnds, pass over the magic
circle tn the clouds, to a Hunting Chorus of Spirits — At No. 6, Tremendous
Storm of Thunder, Lightning, and Hail — Meteors dart through the Air and
dance oa the Hills— The Torrent foams and roars— -The Rocks are riven, and
fresh Apparitions appear ; and all the horrors of the preceding scenes are ac-
cumulated, in order to drive the FREISCHUTZ from the magic circle.— At
No. 7, A Tree is renfc asunder~»ZAMIEL appears, surrounded by Fire, and
the Scene closes as the clock strikes ONE !
Aet 1— Sften* 1— The FOREST. 2— A CHAMBER in the FOREST HOUSE
Scene 8— A ROMANTIC SPOT, in which the Trial Shot takes place.
T© conclude with the Comic Operatta of
GRETNA GREEN.
The Music principal composed by Mr Reeve.
Lord Lovewell, Mr PEARMAN, with " Love's delightful hour,"
Mr Jenkins, Mr WRENCH,
Mr Tomkins, Mr W. BENNETT, Larder, Mr POWER,
Waiters; Postillions, Messrs Henry, Lodge, &c.
Emily, Miss POVEY, Betty Finikin, Miss KELLY.
^Hi<«miiTi>Ti"«'"'>- -j. — — -u.il> — ■■-—.» , ■-■ -* ■-— ■=■-■ i , i^i .-■■.-M i -j i ■ ■ ip" ii mu ™— "WOW**-1
To-morrow, Der Freischutz, with The Turnpike Gate.
THE
AND
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No. 854 Wednesday, Aug. 25, 1824. Price Id.
— ■— — — — — — — — — ■ — i ^— —^— —————— ^—
There was an excellent house here last night, and how could it be
otherwise, when the charming Miss Stephens, and the inimitable
Braham unite their vocal talents in executing the fine music of
Weber. The Overture alone is a treat to the lovers of music. — A
few more nights, and they are gone ! A new Afterpiece is in prepar-
ation.
l^a^nmvhtt <3Tf)ratre.
As we expected, the three pieces of last night were acted in tha
most excellent manner, and gave the highest delight to a very nu-
merous audience. The first, The Young Quaker, is a Comedy well
suited to this Theatre, being light and dashed with a little sentiment.
It is a drama that requires good acting to keep up its very existence,
for in bad hands it would be stupid enough. Every character was
well filled, last night, and, therefore, we never saw it more effective.
Mr. Vjning, as Young Sadboy, looks and represents the gay Quaker
as well as could be desired. Captain Ambush was not badly done by
Mr. Johnson : but high Comedy parts were in the keeping of Messrs.
Harlev and Liston. The Spatterdash of the former is a very amus-
ing performance, and he received great applause in giving the token,
and in the drunken-scene where he bears off old Chronicle from the
party, to save him from getting more forward. Mr. Liston, in Clod,
whenever he appeared, set the audience grinning, and his exits with
his droll look and " the White Lion '" convulsed every one with
laughter. Miss Love played Araminta very like a sprightly young
lady who would have the man of her choice whether mamma liked it
or not ; and she sang the air of " // was a lover and Ids lass/* and
also " Gramchree," very delightfully, and was much applauded. —
Miss Chester made a most interesting Dinah Primrose, and her dis-
tress drew a tear from many.
The next piece was the one-act Farce of Intrigue, on which oc-
casion Mr. Barley and Mr. Cooper, appeared for the first time, as
Tom and Varnish. The former gentleman kept up the character of
the jealous, timid husband, with the greatest humor and effect, and
Mr. Cooper made the hypocritical rake very conspicuous. The act-
ing of Mr. Vining, as Captain Ramblcton, was effective. The charm-
ing Madame Vestris played Ellen very delightfully, and sang in her
THE THEATRICAL OBSERVER.
accustomed rich and sweet style : but the duet with Mr. Harley, of
" When a little Farm we keep," was given in such humor and spirit,
that a thundering encore was the inevitable consequence. Altogether
Intrigue went off most pleasantly. That capital Farce of Colman's,
X, Y, Z, was the concluding entertainment, and all we shall say is,
that whoever has not seen Mr. Ltston play Neddy Bray, can have no
idea of the comicality of the performance. Mr. Harley represented
Mr. Manager Alldross with all his customary humor, and the piece
in its other parts was well supported. Mr. W. West, certainly, in
Ralph Hempseed, does not look rascal enough, but he shewed he well
■understood the character. The amusements of this night were so
highly entertaining from beginning to end, that the audience had hardly
time to recover for a moment from loud laughter. In truth, we never
were more gratified, and we, therefore, for the sake of others who
were not present, do intreat the Manager to favour us with a repe-
tition of these three pieces, and he may rely on it he will have another
crowded house.
The Surrey Theatre was very well attended last night.
The Grand Gala, in honour of the Duke op Clarence's Birth-day,
will be repeated this Evening at Vauxhall.
Edinburgh Theatre. — On Thursday night Miss Tree had her be-
nefit, when the Opera of Native Land, with the entertainment of
Clari, were performed. The house overflowed in every part, and Miss
Tree performed and sang with exquisite feeling and effect. She was
encored in the favorite air of lt My heart is sair for somebody*' " Rest
Warrior, Rest," which was given in her finest style, and several
other airs. Mr. Sinclair and Miss. Hallande lent their effective aid,
and the whole went off with great eclat. Miss Hallande also had an
excellent house last night, and was encored in two of her songs. —
British Press.
On Wednesday last, during the last act of Macbeth, in the Cork
Theatre, an accident occurred, which for a moment excited very ge-
neral alarm iu the house. Mrs. Daly, who performed Lady Macbeth,
in the scene with the Physician, unfortunately came near a candle
which was placed upon a tabic at the left side of the stage, when the
flame caught the light drapery which she wore, and in a moment it
appeared in a blaze. Some gentlemen leaped from the boxes on the
stage, and the performers who were on the boards ran to her assis-
tance ; but before they had reached her Mrs. Daly contrived to ex-
tinguish the flames, without having sustained any injury. — The Play
then proceeded without interruption. Mr. Macready was the Mac-
beth.
Mr. Kean is still playing in Dublin.
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theatre ilopl, i>a}>=jtauet.
This Evening, a Comic Piece, call'd
BLUE DEVILS.
Meorim, Mr COOPER, Demisou, Mr WILLIAMS,
James, Mr WEST, Bailiff, Mr EBSWORTH,
Annette, Miss LOVE.
After which, the favorite Operatic Comedy, called
Sweethearts & Wives*
The Music composed ami selected by
Messrs. Whitaker, Nathan, T. Cooke, and Perry.
Admiral Franklyn, Mr W. FARREN,
Billv Lackaday, Mr LISTON,
Sandford, Mr MELROSE, Curtis, Mr LEE,
Charles, Mr V1NING,
Eugenia, Miss CHESTER,
Mrs Bell, Mrs C JONES, Susan, Mrs GARRICK,
Laura, Madame VESTRIS.
To conclude with the Comedy of
Married and Single,
Beau Shatterlv, Mr W. FARREN.
Bickerton, Mr POPE. Melford, Mr COOPER
Ferret, Mr. W. WEST, Captain O'Rapper, Mr LEE,
Scamper, Mr VINING. Servant, Mr MOORE.
Officer, MrC. JONES. Mr Cramwell, MrCOVENEY
Mrs Bickerton, Mrs GLOVER.
Mrs Shatterly. Mrs C. JONES, Fanny, Mrs T. HiLL,
Mrs Cramwell, Mrs CO VENEY.
To-morrow, Of Age To-morrow, with The Hyocrite, and Killing
no Murder.
CfKatre E opal digits!) ©jpera^ouse
This Evening (30th time) a Grand Musicul Performance, entitled
er Freischutz t
Or, the SEVENTH BULLET/
Killian, Mr TAYLEURE, Ottocar, Mr BAKER,
Kuno, Mr. BARTLEY, Rodolph, fa Hifntsman) Mr BRAHAM,
Casper, (a Ditto) Mr BENNETT, Hollo, (Ditto) Mr II. PHILLIPS,
Huntsmen, Mess. Henrv, J. Bland, Lodge,
Zamiel, (the Black Yager, or Spirit of the Forest) Mr J. COOPER,
Agnes, Miss STEPHENS,
Ann, Miss POVEY, Witch of the Wolfs Glen, Mrs BRYAN,
A GERMAN WALTZ, by Miss Romer, Miss Griffiths, Miss Hats,
Miss Reid, Mrs Wells, Miss Vine, Mr Bowman and Mr Willis,
SCEJVER Y.
ACT I.— Scene I.— A SEQUESTERED PART OF THE FOREST.
Scene 2. — The Outskirts of the Forest and Village Inn.
Aet 2.— Seen* 1. — An Anti-Room in the Forest House.
Scene 2,— THE WOLF's GLEN BY MOONLIGHT.
Grand aud Impressive Music preparatory to THE INCANTATION.
THE CASTING OF THE BALLS.— At No. I, (repeated by the echoes)
the Moon is eclipsed, Night-Birds and Apparitions of various Monsters appear.
At No. 2, The Witch of the Glen and various Reptiles appear.— At No. 3, A
Storm and Hurricane break down 1 rees and scatter the Fire — monstrous Forms
move through the Glen, and the Torrent turns to Blood ! — At No. 4. The Rattle
of Wheels aud tramp of Horses are heard, and two wheels of fire roll through
the Gl**n — At No. 5, Neighing and Barking are heard — Amid discordant and
eccentric Music, supposed to accompany the Wild Chace in Air, the misty
forms of a skeleton Stag, skeleton Horsemen and Honnds, pass over the magic
circle in the clouds, to a Hunting Chorus of Spirits — At No. 6, Tremendous
Storm of Thunder, Lightning, und Hail — Meteors dart through the Air and
dance on the Hills— The Torrent foams and roars — The Rocks are riven, and
fresh Apparitions appear ; and all the horrors of the preceding scenes are ac-
cumulated, in order to drive the FREISCHUTZ from the magic circle.— At
No. 7, A Tree is rent asunder— ZAMIEL appears, surrounded by Fire, and
♦he Scene closes as the clock strikes ONE !
Act 1— S*ene 1— The FOREST. 2— A CHAMBER in the FOREST HOUSE
Sceae 3— A ROMANTIC SPOT, in which the Trial Shot takes place.
After which the Musical Entertainment of
THE TURNPIKE GATE.
Crack, Mr W. CHAPMAN, who will sing " The Mail Coach."
Sir Edward Dashaway, Mr J. BLAND, Smart, Mr SALTER,
Henry Blunt, Mr PEARMAN, who will sing " The Bay of Biscay."
Robert Maythorn, Mr KEELEY, Old Maythorn, Mr MINTON,
Groom, Mr SANDERS, Steward, Mr J. COOPER,
Bailiff, Mr LODGE, Sailors, Messrs HENRY, aDd POVEY.
Joe Standfast, Mr TAYLEURE,
Mary, Miss HOLDAWAY, Peggy, Mrs J. WEIPPERT,
Landlady, Mrs JERROLD
To-morrow, Der Freischutz, with a new Afterpiece.
THE '
lieattiral #teet toct ;
AND
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No. 855 Thursday, dug. 26, IS24. Price Id,
J^ap>niarfeet ^Tijcatre-
To set out with The Blue Devils, is generally considered no good
token of the happiness of your establishment — this may bo true, as
to our own proper homes, but it is otherwise here. At this house The
Blue Devils usually inspires mirth, and forms one of the symptoms
of good management. Last night this was the case, for The Blue
Devils eked out the entertainment of the visitors of this meriy " Lit-
tle Theatre," and did not diminish the pleasure felt in the company
of Sweethearts and Wives, or Married and Single.
Some may think the writing of this little periodical a very ea*?
matter ; and so it is as to quantity of matter; but the difficulty lie$
in being placed in such a situation as we now are, that is, the being
compelled to speak of a Piece for the 30th time, and thus being ut-
terly worn tbread-bare in oar expressions upon it. Der Freischutz
on our Paper, is enough to frighten our gentle readers into au utter
abhorrence of us. We cannot help it: we must do our duty as faith-
ful recorders of the theatrical proceedings of the previous evening. — -
We, therefore, proclaim it again, that Der Freischutz was last night
honored by the attendance of a crowd of the curious, who evinced
the usual quantum of surprise derived from the horrors of the Wolf's
Glen, and of pleasure from the sweet watbling of the Stephens and
the Povey ; and the brilliant strains of the wonderful Braham. We
strongly recommend those who have ears, (we will excuse all of as-
sinine length) to go and hear Weber's striking composition in this
piece. The overture, chorusses, and several of the songs, are finely
adapted to the subject of the drama, which we conceive the best
proof of the genius of the composer. Any stringer oi crotchets may
put together a fair modicum of harmony, but to convey with true effect
the sentiment or the business of the passing scene, by the strains of
music, is only within the ability of a composer of genuine talent.
Royal Amphitheatre. — The Battle of Waterloo. — Last night,
the 111 th consecutive representation of that remarkable event at-
tracted an audience as numerous as usual, who appeared highly de-
lighted with the roar of the deep-mouthed artillery, and " allthe
pride, pomp, aud circumstance of glorious war." Ducrow is a most
THE THEATRICAL OBSERVER.
powerful auxiliary to the allied forces in this mimic scene of terror and
triumph. He sets at defiance the Newtonian system of gravity, and
seems to hover over, rather than rest upon the noble animal that
bears him. His pantomimic scenes are perfect, and impart, if we may
here use the word, intellectual entertainment.
Surrey. — This house, last night, was well filled in the course of
the evening, to see The Burning Bridge, and JFaverley. In the
former piece the acting of Mr. H. Kemble, as the supposed Tartar
maniac, was excellent. Mrs. Loveday performed Celinda with her
accustomed ability, and received much applause. The Comic Dance
by Messrs. Flex:>iore, Jonas, and Honor, was encored. The Ro-
mance of JFaverley followed : the acting was excellent, particularly
by Mr. H. Kemble, Mr. Loveday, Mrs. Sheppard, &c. — The duet
between Messrs. Wyatt and Harwooi> was loudly encored.
Sadler's Wells. — The new piece, entitled The Fatal Island ; and
the Hour of Four , was repeated last night, to a very good house ;
after which, the Interlude of Disguises was well performed by Mr.
Lancaster, and Miss Vincent, the latter sustaining with great spirit,
six different characters. The Pantomime of Harlequin Faggot Jlfa-
her followed and created much amusement.
The West London Theatre is now open for the Season under the
Management of Mr. W. R. Beverley.
The Late John Kemble. — A Letter appeared in the John Bull, of
last Sunday, which contained arguments against the propriety of ad-
mitting the proposed monument to that eminent man, the late Mr.
Kemble, into Westminster Abbey. The letter-writer acknowledged
that he was but little acquainted with theatres or actors, yet he as-
sumes a power of judging which demanded an intimate knowledge of
the history of the stage. This person would admit to the sacred
fane the record of the poet's genius, but would deny it to him whose
o-enius gave living delineations, that partook equally of the sublime
and beautiful. Mr. Kemble above all others of his profession, best
merited the honor intended to his memory. He was an admirable tra-
gedian, and the creator of a classic stage ; and to him are we chiefly
indebted for a full and impressive relish of the finest of the immortal
Shakspf.are's Plays. In this point of view, (\i not as an embodier
of the passions) he has a higher claim to a public monument amongst
the illustrious dead, than even Garrick, whose monument, the letter-
writer asserts, might merit a place in Westminster Abbey, because he
was a poet. But surely Garrick would never have been thus distin-
guished for his writings. It was as a tragedian alone that he had the
sculptured honors bestowed on him, whilst Kemble has a claim on
public feeling both as a most distirguished tragedian, and ono who
rendered the British Stage truly honorable to the taste of his country.
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This Evening, a Comic Piece, call'd
Of Age To-morrow,
Baron Piffleberg-, Mr WILLIAMS,
Frederick Baron Williiihnrst, Mr YINING,
Hans Molkus, Mr WILKINSON,
Friz, Mr EBSWORTH, Waiter, Mr COATES,
Lady Brumback, Mrs WINDSOR,
Maria, Miss LOVE, with " No Joy without my Love"
Sophia, Miss J. SCOTT,
After which, the Comedy of
THE HYPOCRITE.
Sir John Lambert, Mr YOUNGER,
Col. Lambert, Mr COOPER,
Doctor Cantwell, (first time) Mr W. FARREN,
Maw-worm, Mr LISTON,
Siward, MrCOVENEY, Servant, Mr C. JONES,
Darnley, Mr JOHNSON,
Old Lady Lambert, Mrs WINDSOR,
Charlotte, Mrs CHATTERLEY,
Betty, MrsCOVENEY,
Young Lady Lambert, Miss BOYCE,
To conclude with (by permission of the Proprietors of the Theatre
Royal, Covent Garden) the Farce of
Love, Lnw? & Physic.
TJTJ£ Dr. Camphor, Mr WILLIAMS,
Flexible, Mr HARLEY, Andrew,Mr WILKINSON,
Captain Dan vers, Mr JOHNSON,
J, Brown, Mr BROUGH, Lubin Log, Mr LISTON,
Coachman, Mr Ebsworth, Waiter, Mr C. Jones,
Laura, Mrs. GARRICK,
Mrs Hillary, Mrs GIBBS, Molly, Mrs COVENEY/
To-morrow, The Beggars' Opera, with Mrs Smith, and Married
and Single.
C|)f tvtie 'ftopal, Cucrltsh #pera i^ousf «
This Evening a Musical Performance, entitled
Jier Freischutz ;
Or, the SEVENTH BULLET!
Killinn, Mr TAYLEURE, Ottocar, Mr BAKER,
Kihio, Mr. BARTLEY, Rodolph, fa Huntsman) Mr BKAHAM,
€a&per, (a Ditto) Mr BENNETT, Rollo, (Ditto) MrH. PHILLIPS,
Huntsmen, Mess. Henry, J. Bland, Lodge,
Zainiel, (the Black Yager, or Spirit of the Forest) Mr J. COOPER,
Agnes, Miss STEPHENS.
Ann, Miss POVEY. Witch of the Wolfs Glen, Mrs BRYAN,
A GERMAN WALTZ, hy Miss Romer, Miss Griffiths, Miss rials,
Miss Reid, Mrs Wells, Miss Fine, Mr Bowman and Mr Willis,
SCEJSEllY.
ACT |.— Scene I— A SEQUESTERED PART OF THE FOREST.
Sckne 2. — The Outskirts of the Forest and Villaye. inn.
Act 2. ---Scene I. — An Anti-Room in the Forest. House.
Scene 2, —THE WOLF's GLEN BY MOONLIGHT.
Grand and Impressive Masio preparatory to THE INCANTATION'.
TUB CASTING OF THE BALLS.— At No. I, (repeated by the echoes)
the Moon is eclipsed, N.ighpBirds and Apparitions of various Monsters appear.
At No. 9, The Witch of tbe Glen and various Reptiles appear. ---At No. 3, A
Storm and Hurricane break down i reesand scatter the Fire — monstrous Forms
mote through the U,len. and the Torrent turns to Blood !— At No. 4. The RnttJ >
of Wheels and tramp of Horses are heard, and two wheels of fire roll throogh
the Gl*ft — At No. 5, Neighing and Barking are heard — Amid discordant end
eccentric Mugic, supposed to accompany the Wild Chaee in Air, the mistf
forms of a skeleton Stag, skeleton Horsemen and Honnds, pass over the magic
circle in the clouds, to a Hunting Chorus of Spirits — At. No. 6, Tremendous
Storm of Thunder, Lightning, and Hail — Meteors dart through the Air and
dance on the Hills-— The Torrent foams and roars—The Rocks are riven, and
fresh Apparitions appear ; and all the horrors of the preceding scenes are ac-
cumulated, in order to drive the FREISCHUTZ from the magic circle.— At
No. 7, A Tree is rent asunder— ZAMIEL appears, surrounded by Fire, and
♦be Scene closes as the clock strikes ONE .'
Act 1— Scene I— The FOREST. 2— A CHAMBER in the FOREST HOUSE
Seene 3— A ROMANTIC SPOT, in which the Trial Shot takes place.
After which the Musical Entertainment of
FREE and EASY.
The Music composed by Mr JlDDISON.
Sir John Freeman, Mr WRENCH,
Mr Charles Courtly, Mr BARTLEY, Ralph, Mr TAYLEURE,
Michael, Mr W. CHAPMAN,
Richard, Mr SALTER, Peter, Master BODEN.
Mrs Charlotte Courtlev, Miss POVEY, Rose, Miss R. BODEN,
Gertrude. Miss KELLY.
Eugenia, Miss CARR, Cook, Mrs. JERROLD.
To-morrow, Dei Frcischutz, with Gretna Green.
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One of the most crowded and genteel audiences of the season graced
this Theatre last night. The pieces which formed the attraction of
the evening, were Of jfge To-morrow, Tha Hypocrite, and Love,
Law, and Physic : and before we say anything of these perform-
ances, we shall just remark, that the combination of amusing pieces,
here proves the Manager to understand thoroughly how to cater for
the public entertainment ; and we would press it upon the notice of
the managers of our great winter theatres, that the offering a short
Farce for the opening, affords a great convenience to the fashionable
world, who can thus have the opportunity of coining into the house
at about eight o'clock, in time to see the chief piece of the night entire.
We assert, that this arrangement would prove of immense advantage
to the winter houses, and we hope for their own interests, the mana-
gers will take it into serious consideration.
The Farce Of Age 'To-morrow was most pleasantly performed. — •
Mr. Vising, as Frederick, exerted himself with very amusing effect.
We think highly of this gentleman, and should be happy to see him
on our winter hoards. It is not easy to say what line of performance
ho would invade, because he has very general talents, but we will say
that in the line of utility he would always prove valuable. We know
nothing of Mr. Vining but as a performer here — we never in any shape
came in contact with him — but we say it from our own impressions,
that he is calculated to be a popular performer on our gieat metro-
politan stage. Miss Love, as Maria, sang very delightfully, and
the other characters were well supported by Mr. Williams', Mr. Wil-
kinson, (wlro made Jllolkus very comic) Miss J. Scott, (who is a very
lovely young lady) and the pains-taking Mrs. Kendall, who repre-
sented Lady Brumback instead of Mrs. Windsor. We now come to
The Hypocrite , and although we adhere to our often expressed opi-
nion, that this Play does serious injury to the cause of religion , by
fostering prejudice against its ministers, because there is no distin-
guishing in vulgar conception, between real and assumed sanctity of
manner, still we must acknowledge that the unthinking and the half-
thinking multitude are powerfully attracted by this piece, and, there-
fore, that managers, in their necessity, cannot resist the temptation
of offering it for representation. On the present occasion the novelty
was Mr. W. Farren's undertaking the character of Doctor Cantwell.
We will cut the matter criticism on his attempt very short — nature-
has forbid him — he has not power of expression requisite for the part.
THE THEATRICAL OBSERVER ,
Cantw ell's villanies have to be indexed or suppressed at pleasure on
Ids countenance : now Mr. Fjlrren's features admit of no such ex-
emplification of mind. He has a regular set of expressions for every
character, and although his understanding is excellent, he wants the
physical power necessary to any character that depends on varied im-
pulses exhibited by the features. This defect of nature necessarily
confines Mr. Farrem to characters of habit, rather than of intellect ;
and he in vain strives to rise bcvond the former. Dowton makes
points by a look, and so, in some degree docs Terry, but Farren
is absolutely cut off from such means of success. Mr. Farren, it
must be acknowledged, is a man of considerable professional talent,
but he should be very careful to assume no character in which hie pe-
culiar manner, his features, and his voice are not likely ta prove
effective. One of the most admirably performed characters of Mrs.
CiiatterleY's, is her Charlotte in this Play : she merited and received
the greatest applause. In fact, with respect to the other characters,
the whole Comedy was excellently acted ; but we should state that the
part of the Old Lady Lambert was, as to the last four acts, sustained
by Mrs. Kendall. Mrs. Windsor had appeared in that character in
the first act, but evidently labouring under severe indisposition. At
the end of that act, Mr. Cooper came forward and stated Mrs.
Windsor's illness, and requested leave for Mrs. Kendall to read the
part, which was, of course, readily acceeded to by the audience. —
The Play went off extremely well. In the last piece, Love, Law, and
Physic, Mr. Harley was exceedingly entertaining as Flexible, and
Mr. Liston most amusing as Lubin Log.
It is really unnecessary for us to say a word about the present per-
formances here. Dcr Freisehutz has gained such favor that it is
nightly attended by crowds; and the afterpieces are always of a na-
ture to entertain, particularly if the inimitable Miss Kelly has a part
in them. At the end of the second act of Der Freisehutz, Mr,
Bartley appeared and stated that Miss Stephens, who had been
labouring under severe indisposition, was unable to proceed with her
character, and that trusting to such circumstances, they would be
under the necessity of concluding the piece without her unrivalled aid.
An Attempt to set Fire to the Exeter Tiievtre. — During the tempo-
rary absence of the checque-taker, just at the commencement of the Farce, some
malicious person put a lighted paper into a lamp in the passage leading to the
pit, which setting lire to the cotton, produced a high flame and a great deal of
smoke, which the current of air through the passage naturally conveyed into
the pit ; this attempt having been accompanied by the cry of '* Fire .'" the
confusion which took place may be easily conceived. — Ladies were shrieking
and fainting in various directions, and in an instant the most timid of the au-
dience found themselves in safety on the outside of the Theatre, but those who
remained were soon satisfied by the exertions of Mr. Harvey, the Stage-ma-
nager, of their security. " God save the Ring," was then played, and the per-
formance proceeded.
€$eati*e i\oyai, ikaj^JHaifcct. ?
This Evening will be performed
The Beggars9 Opera.
Captain Maehealh, Madame VESTRIS,
Lockit, Mr WILLIAMS, filch, Mr W. WEST,
Peachum, Mr W. FARREN,
Ben Budge, Mr Ebsworth, Wat Dreary, Mr Latham,
Crook -fingered Jack, Mr Bartley,
Mat o'the Mint, Mr Brongh, Drawer, Mr C. Jones,
Harry Padding ton, Mr Kcnch,
Twitcher, Mr Coatcs, Nimminu Ned, Mr Saunders t
Mrs Peachum, Mrs KENDALL.
Jenny Diver, Mrs. HUNT, Tawdry, Miss WOOD,
Lucy Lockit, Mrs. C. JONES,
Polly Peachum, by A YOUNG LADY,
(Her 2nd appearance on any Stnge)
In Act 3. A Hornpipe in Fetters, by Mr Bemetzrieder.
After which the Farce of
MRS. SMITH.
Mr Smith, Mr LIS TON. Charles Wentworth, Mr VINING,
Mr Stanley, Mr WILLIAMS. Jeweller, Mr C. JONKS,
The Widow Emily Smith. Mrs CHATTERLEY,
Mrs Sophia Smifh, Miss BOYCE, Betty, Mrs HUNT,
Bin Barton, Mrs COVEN EY, Mrs Taffety, Mrs EBSWORTH,
Milliner, Mrs W. JOHNSON, Peggy, Miss WOOD.
To conclude with the Comedy of
Married and Single*
Beau Shatter!?; Mr W. FARREN,
Bickerton, Mr POPE, Melford, Mr COOPER,
Ferret, Mr. W. WEST, Obtain O'Rapper, Mr LEE,
Scamper, Mr VINING, Servant, Mr MOORE,
Officer, Mr C. JONES, Mr Cramwell, MrCOVENEY,
Mrs Bickerton, Mrs GLOVER.
Mrs Sliatterlv, Mrs C. JONES, Fanny, Mrs T. HiLL,
Mrs Cramwell, Mrs COVENEY. _
To-morrow, Sweethearts and Wives, with Intrigue, and X. Y. Z.
Cf)f atie 'ft opal, Cnrrltsh tf>peraj&ousf
wmiuippwiwwwi
This Evening a Musical Performance, entitled
Der Freischutz ;
Or, f/#e SEVENTH BULLET!
Killkm, Mr TAYLEURE, Ottocar, Mr BAKEK,
Kuno, Mr. BAItTLEY, Bodolph, fa Huntsman) Mr BUAHAM,
Casper, (a Ditto) Mr BENNETT, Hollo, (Ditto) MrH. PHILLIPS,
Huntsmen, Mess. IJenrv, J. Bland, Lodge,
Zanwcl, (the Black Yager, or Spirit of the Forest) Mr J. COOPER,
Agnes, Miss STEPHENS,
Ann, Mies POVEY, Witch of the Wolfs Glen, Mrs BRYAN,
A (JEUMAN WALTZ, by Miss Homer, Miss Griffiths, Miss rials,
Miss Itcid, M»'s Wells, Miss Vine, Mr Bowman and Mr fVillis,
. THE CASTING OF THE BALLS.— At No. I, (repeated by the echoes)
th« Moon is eclipsed, Night-Birds and Apparitions of various Monsters appear.
At No. 2, The Witch of thy Glen and various Reptiles appear. ---At No. 3, A
Storm aud Hurricane break down 1 rees and scatter the Fire — monstrous Form*,
move through the Glen, and the Torrent turns to Blood !— At No. I, The Rattle
of Wheuls and tramp of Horses are heard, and two wheels of lire roll through
the Ql<r»— -At No. 5, Neighing and Barking are heard — Amid discordant and
eccentric Music, supposed to accompany the Wild Chace in Air, the misty
forms of a skeleton stag, skeleton Horsemen and Honnds, pass over the magic
eircla in the cloud*, to a Hunting Chorus of Spirits — At No. 6, Tremendous
Storm of Thunder, Lightning, and Hail — Meteors dart through the Air and
danoe on the Hills— The Torrent foams and roars— -The Rocks are riven, and
fresh Apparitions appear ; and all the horrors of the preceding scenes are ac-
cumulated, in order to drive the FREISCHUTZ from the magic circle.— At
No. 7, A Tree is rent asunder— 7, AMI EC appears, surrounded by Fire, and
thu Scene closes as the clock strikes ONE !
After which the Musical Entertainment of
GREEN.
The Music principal composed by Mr Reeve.
Lord Lovcwell, Mr PEARMAN, Mr Jenkins, Mr WRENCH,
Mr Tomkins, Mr W. BENNETT, Larder, Mr POWER,
Waiters, Postillions, Messrs Henry, Lodge, &c.
Emily, Miss POVEY, Betty Finikin, Miss KELLY.
To-morrow, Der Freischutz, with The Padlock.
EXHIBITIONS
Mr. Cross's Grand Collection of Wild Beasts — Exeter-'Change, Strand.
Finn's Fancy Glass-working Exhibition, in Miniature. Displaying the
•whole Art of Modelling, Blowing, and Working— 161, Strand.
Mr. Bullock's Exhibitions of Ancient and Modern Mexico, presenting a
unique, rare, and interes'ting collection of Curiosities, and a Panoramic
View of the City ov Mexico — Egyptian HaB, Piccadilly.
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AS
Another brilliant audience honored this Theatre, to hear Weber's
music executed by the delightful Miss Stephens, and the admirable
Braham. If' we were to write as ponderous volumes as ever came
from a Geiman pen, we could not enlarge with the least effect, upon
the observations we have already made on this drama. So, we shall
only again say to the lovers of music who have not yet heard that
which is introduced into this piece — " go, and you will assuredly be
gratified."
i^aj^niarftet €f)cati:e*
Miss Paton, it would appear, is either unable to perform here at
present, or has entered into some other professional arrangements. —
We should much regret if it turns out that she is induced by any mis-
understanding to give up her engagement here. However it may be,
The Beggar's Opera was performed here last night, and the character
of Polly not represented by her, but was supported by " the Young
Lady," whom we stated the other day, had come forward so suddenly
to supply Miss Paton's absence. On that occasion she acquitted her-
self with so much effect, that very general and deserved praise was
bestowed on her efforts. This young lady, we understand, is a Miss
Holmes; and the public will, therefore, have an opportunity of dis-
tinguishing her hereafter. Her second attempt of last night, was
highly creditable ; but her station as a vocalist must not yet be deemed
to be in the first rank. — She is young, and has much to acquire. The
audience gave her every proper encouragement, and she is so pleasing
a singer that she cannot but be favorably received at all times, in the
execution of music which she may have previously well studied. She
was encored in " But he so teazed me," and " Cease your funning'?
Madame Vestris played JWacheath : she is so charming in her pro-
per sphere of feminine character, that we are quite out of temper to
see her assume the dress and swagger of the masculine -gender. A
pretty face is certainly a pretty face, whether under a cap or a hat,
but our associations of ideas preclude the possibility of admiring a
lovely woman, transfigured and disfigured by the moital coil of broad
cloth, which envelopes the frame of us male monsters. Speaking of
this lady, we may, without any painful reference to her biography, say
this much ; that there is in her customary demeanour a sweetness of
manner, and in her conduct a thorough spirit of good nature, that
wakes her friends with those, who, under more rigid feelings, might
THE THEATRICAL OBSERVER.
be disinclined to meet on equal terms. She was encored in u The
heart of a man;' and '* How hapyy coi4d I be with either." As to
the other characters of this cut-down Opera, they were respectably
filled, but we do not desire to dwell on operatical pieces presented
here, for we consider this is not their proper place. This Theatre,
which is but a foot from its old scite, where every species of humor
existed within the compass of a Foote, should continue chiefly de-
voted to the same species of amusements, nor think it necessary to
its interests to trench upon the province of the English Opera. Two
small Theatres, which have distinct objects, cannot in this vast me-
tropolis be considered as rivals. They have their several supporters,
and find them in the same classes who will not be deterred from visit"
ing the performances of one house because they have seen those of
the other.
The entertainments concluded with the last new Comedy of Married
and Single, in which Mr. Farren was very amusing.
We understand that Mi?s Paton has recovered from her indispo-
sition, and that she is at present in treaty with Mr. Arnold, to suc-
ceed Miss Stephens in Der Preischulz, on that lady's departure
from the English Opera-House.
Mr. C. Kemble, it is said, has gone to Germany, for the purpose
of engaging Weber to superintend the musical department of Covent
Garden Theatre. Der Freischutz is to be the first novcltv produced
at both the great houses ; and we are happy to learn the differences
so long pending have been amicably settled, and the old agreement ©f
not engaging the performers belonging to the rival theatres have been
established.
Shocking Accident.— On Thursday night last, during the performances at
the Suney Theatre, the audience was thrown into the most sensitive alarm, by
an accident which took place on the stage, and which was likely to have ended
fatally in its consequences. At the conclusion cf the piece entitled The Burn-
ing Bridge, a Spectre (performed by Mr. Leslie) has to make its appearance
to Konang, (Rowbotham) surrounded by clouds, while seated in a car. In
descending from the top of the stage, by some accident the machinery came in
contact with some of the burning materials, and the trappings with which the
young gentleman was surrounded caught fire, and, in a short period he was en-
veloped in flames, and in that awful situation he remained for some time, the
car being too elevated for him to leap out, and he seemed not to be aware of
the danger that threatened him until the car was about eighteen feet from the
floor of the stage. The audience, on viewing the dreadful dilemma in which
he was placed, expressed a feeling of horror, and several ladies fainted. The
flames at length became so powerful, that Mr. Leslie leaped from the car to the
stage, and fell with considerable violence, in conseqnence of which he was
dreadfully injured about the. legs, &c The curtain immediately dropped, and
the unfortunate young gentleman was carried into the rGreen Room, and a sur-
geon instantly procured. It was afterwards announced to the audience that he
was not dangerously hurt, which seemed to appease their fears, as he was «on-
sidered to be severely injured. He was conveyed home, and we understand
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This Evening the Operatic Comedy of
Sweethearts & Wives.
The Music composed and selected by
Messrs. Whifaker, Nathan, T. Cooke, and Perrv,
Admiral Franklvn, Mr W. FARREN,
Billy Lackaday, Mr LISTON,
Sandford, Mr MELROSE, Curtis, Mr LEE,
Charles, Mr VIN1NG,
Eugenia, Miss CHESTER,
Mrs Bell, Mrs C JONES, Susan, Mrs GARRICK,
Laura, Madame VESTRIS.
After which the Farce of
INTRIGUE.
Varnish, Mr COOPER, Tom, Mr HARLEY,
Captain Rambleton, Mr VINING,
Ellen, Madame VESTRIS, who will introduce
" In merry Cat lisle lived a Lady fair *
Iiithe course of the Piece, Madame VESTRJS, ami Mr HARLEY,
will introduce the Comic Duet of
" WHEAT A LITTLE FARM WE KEEP."
To conclude with (by permission of the Proprietors of the Theatre
Royal, Covent Garden) the Farce of
a JBL ©
Captain Galliard, Mr JOHNSON,
Neddy Bray, Mr LISTON,
Roscius Aildross, Mr HARLEY,
Grubbleton, Mr LEE, Doddle, Mr COATES,
Ralph Hernpseed, Mr W. WEST,
Maria, Miss J. SCOTT, Bettv, Mrs COVENEY,
Mrs Mouser, Miss BOYCE,
Dora Mumwell, Mrs C. JONES,
On Monday, Of Age To-morrow, with The Hypocrite, and Love,
Law, and Physic. ,
theatre ttopal, digital) €>pcra ^ouse.
This Evening a Musical Performance, entitled
Der Freischutz ;
Or, <Ae SEVENTH BULLET/
Killian, Mr TAYLEURE, Ottocar, Mr BAKER,
Kuno, Mr. BARTLEY, Rodolph, (a Huntsman) Mr BRAHAM,
Casper, (a Ditto) Mr BENNETT, Rollo, (Ditto) MrH. PHILLIPS,
Huntsmen, Mess. Henry, J. Bland, Lodge,
ZamieJ, (the Black Yager, or Spirit of the Forest) Mr J. COOPER,
Agnes, Miss STEPHENS.
Ann, Miss POVEY, Witch of the Wolfs Glen, Mrs BRYAN,
A GERMAN WALTZ, by Miss Romer, Miss Griffiths, Miss rials,
Miss Reid, Mrs Wells, Miss Vine, Mr Bowman and Mr Willis,
THE CASTING OF THE BALLS.— At No. I, (repeated by the eohoes)
the Moon is eclipsed, Night-Birds and Apparitions of various Monsters appear.
At No. 9, The Witch of the Glen and various Reptiles appear.-*-At No. 3, A
Storm and Hurricane break down Irees and scatter the Fire — monstrous Forms
move throt^h the Glen, and the Torrent turns to Blood 1— At No. 4, The Rattle
of Wheels and tramp of Horses are heard, and two wheels of fire roll throngh
the Glftn — At No. 5, Neighing and Barking are heard — Amid discordant and
eocer»trie Musi*;, s»pposed to aeeompany the Wild Chaee in Air, the misty
forms of a sketaton Stag, skeleton Horsemen and Honnds, pass over the magic
circle in the clouds, to a Hunting Chorus of Spirits — At No. 6, Tremendous
Storm of Thunder, Lightning, and Hail — Meteors dart throngh the Air and
dance on the Hills— The Torrent foams and roars— The Rocks are riven, and
fresh Apparitions appear ; and all the horrors of the preceding scenes are ac-
cumulated, in order to drive the FREISCHUTZ from the magic circle.— At
No. 7, A Tree is rent asunder— Z AM I EL appears, surrounded by Fire, and
the Scene closes as the clock strikes ONE !
After which the Musical Eutertainment of
THE PADLOCK.
Written by J. Bickerstaff, and composed by the lute C. Dibdin.
Leander, Mr PEARMAN,
who will introduce " Love has Byes." [Bishop.
Don Diego, Mi TAYLEURE, Mungo, MrSLOMAN,
Scholars, Messrs. HENRY and J. COOPER,
Leonora, Miss POVEY, Ursula. Mr TAYLEURE,
On Monday, Der Freischutz, with other Entertainments, being for
the Benefit of Mr BRAHAM.
EXHIBITIONS
Mr. Cross's Grand Collection of Wild Beasts— Exeter-'Change, Strand.
Ftnn's Fancy Glass-working Exhibition, in Miniature. Displaying the
vehole Art of Modelling, Blowing, and Working— 161, Strand.
Mr. Bullock's Exhibitions of Ancient ana Modern Mexico, presenting a
unique, rare, and interesting collection of Curiosities, and a Punoramit
View of the City or Mexico— Egyptian Hall, Piccadilly.
THE
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Daily Hills of the Play.
** Nothing extenuate nor set down aught in malice."
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Ox Saturday evening there were three popular pieces performed
here, which drew an excellent house in all parts. The amusements
commenced with Sweethearts and Wines, whieh Opera is now an es-
tablished favorite with the public, owing to the able manner in which
the principal characters are supported. On Mr. Liston* appearing,
as Billy Lackaday, he was greeted from all parts of the house by
clapping of hands. His sorrows and neglected love were heartily
laughed at, and his lamentable song loudly encored. Mr. W. Farren,
as the old, amorous, and warm-hearted Jidmiral, was very correct in
his scenes with Eugenia. Mr. Vixing looked and acted the young
Naval Officer with considerable spirit. Mr. Melrose sang the songs
allotted to him with his usual judgment, and got some applause. Mi.
Lee performed the part of Curtis highly respectable. Madame Ves-
trls, as usual, was loudly encored in her song of" Why are you
wandering." Miss Chester's Eugenia was an excellent performance,
particularly in the concluding scene, where she discovers herself to
her father-in-law, Admiral Franklyn, Mrs. G. Jones and Mr?. Gar-
rick done great justice to Mrs. Bell and Susan.
The pleasant little one-act Farce, entitled Intrigue, followed. Mr.
H.arley's Tom was spirited and amusing. Mr. Vixixg bustled with
sufficient flippancy through Captain Rambleton, and Mr. Coor-ER prosed
characteristically enough through the moralising libertinism of Varnish.
But the chief attraction was Madame Vestris, as Elian.- — This de-
lightful actress performed this little part with her accustomed gaiety ;
it was sprightly, arch, and fascinating. To enliven the performance
still more, Madame Vestris introduced the song, " In merry Carlisle
was a lady fair" in which she was highly applauded ; and, together
with Harley, the pretty and very laughable duet, " When a little
Farm we keep," which was loudly and deservedly encored. *
X, Y, Z, concluded the evening's entertainment, in which Lis-
ton's JVcddy Bray, and Harley's Roscius Alldross, were irresistibly
laughable. Mr. W. West was also excellent in Ralph Hempseed.-^-
Mrs. Mouser, by Miss Boyce, and the Dora Mumwcll of Mrs. C,
Jones, gave great satisfaction.
■-■—""-■ •T-ivr~zr?rrr~ ■ »w.-'.»-j»^
On Saturday evening we were again delightfully entertained with
Der Freischutz, the chef 'Tccuvrc of Vox Weber, who may now
THE THEATRICAL OBSERVER
not inaptly, be denominated the modern Mozart of Germany. The
Overture alone of this extraordinary composition, would establish its
author a man of co-equal talent with the great musician alluded to :
for, whether it be regarded for its terrific sublimity of grandeur ; or,
its enchanting sweetness and harmonious effect, it must always prove
equally acceptable to the man of science and the amateur of taste. —
Mr. Braham and Miss Stephens, as usual, went through those parts
of the music allotted to them, with that precision and judgment which
ever characterizes those eminent performers. Mr. B. absolutely sets
time at defiance, and accordingly sang with the same energy and effect
that we have witnessed twenty years ago. Miss Stephens cannot
fail to enrapture even the most fastidious ; and the little arch Miss
Povey warbled with corresponding sweetness. Upon the whole, we
never saw Der Frcischutz better represented. At the termination of
the Opera, Mr. Hartley came, forward to announce that a German
gentleman, who originally performed the part of Casper, would mnke
his first appearance in London this evening, for Mr. Braham's Benefit,
and on which occasion would resume his former character. Immense
cheering followed this annunciation, but we were at a loss to guess
at the exact cause, for no one could perform Casper better than Mr.
Bennett who filled the character on Saturday night.
Mr. Augustus Beral, a native of Germany, who was one of the
original performers in Der Freischutz, at Dresden, Konigsberg, and
Breslau, for upwards of 100 nights, plays the part of Casper this
evening, for Mr. Braham's Benefit. This gentleman has only been
three months in this country, so cannot be supposed to be quite per-
fect in the pronunciation of our language, but he is said to possess a
fine bass voice, and to sing the music in a very effective style.
Mr. Mathews certainly appears on Friday. — A new Musical Farce
has been written for him; it is understood to be another good humoured
hit at the Americans, and is the production of a well-known pen. On
the same evening also, the new Opera already announced under the
title of The Frozen Lake, will be brought forward. — This is spirited
management indeed. ___^_
Vauxhall. — This evening a Grand Gala, being the last night but
two of the season.
Surrey — The performances are The Burning Bridge, with Mr.
Flemmington's Ventriloquism, and Almazaidc : or, the Fortress of
Astracan.
Davis's Ampeiitheatre. — This evening The Battle of TFaterloo,
with Mons. Ducrow's Horsemanship, and Der Freischutz.
Mr. Macready has engaged Signor Paulo and Mr. ELLARto perform
twelve nights at the Bristol Theatre. We understand Harlequin and
the Flying Chest is getting tip with great splendour for their debut.
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This Evening, (by permission of the Proprietors of the Theatre
Royal, Covent Garden) the Farce of
Love, Law, & Physic.
Dr. Camphor, Mr WILLIAMS,
Flexible, Mr HARLEY, Andrew,Mr WILKINSON,
Captain Danvers, Mr JOHNSON,
J. Brown, Mr BROUGH, Luhin Log-, Mr LISTON,
Coachman, Mr Ebsworth, Waiter, Mr C. Jones,
Laura, Mrs GARRICK,
Mrs Hillary, Mrs GIBBS, Molly, Mrs COVENEY,
After which, the Comedy of
THE HYPOCRITE.
Sir John Lambert, Mr YOUNGER,
CoL Lambert, Mr COOPER,
Doctor Cantwell, (2nd time) Mr W. FARREN,
Maw-worm, Mr LISTON,
Siward, MrCOVENEY, Servant, Mr C. JONES,
Darnlev, Mr JOHNSON.
Old Lady Lambert, Mrs KENDALL,
Charlotte, Mrs CHATTERLEY,
Betty, Mrs COVEN EY,
Young Lady Lambert, Miss BOYCE*
To conclude with the Farce of
Of Age To-morrow.
Baron Piffleberg, Mr WILLIAMS,
Frederick Baron Willinhurst, Mr VINING,
HansMolkus, Mr WILKINSON, -
Friz, Mr EBSWORTH, Waiter, Mr COATES,
Ladv Brumback, Mrs KENDALL,
Maria, Miss LOVE, with " No Joy icithont my Love,
Sophia, Miss J. SCOTT.
To-morrow, Twelve Precisely, With Married and Single, &c.
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MR. BBAtlAHIS NIGHT.
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This Evenifig- a Musical Performance, entitled
Der Freischutz ;
Or, the SEVENTH BULLET!
Killian, Mr TAYLEURE, Ottocar, Mr PERKINS,
Kuno, Mi. BARTLEY, Rodolph, fa Huntsman) Mr BKAHAM,
Rollo, (a Ditto) Mr H. PHILLIPS, Casper, (a Ditto) Mr BER 1L,
From the Koyal Theatres of Dresden, Konigsberg and Breslan,,
(Being his 1st appearace on an English Stage J
In which he will sing the TURKIC ORIQINAL SONGS, and also the
ORIGINAL MUSIC in the INCANTATION SCENE.
Huntsmen, Mess. Henry, J. Bland, Lodge,
Zaniiel, (tho Black Yager, or Spirit of the Forest) Mr J. COOPER,
Agnes, Miss STEPHENS,
Ann, Miss POVEV, Witch of the Wolf's Glen, Mrs BRYAN,
A GERMAN WALTZ, by Miss Homer, Miss Griffiths, Miss Fiats,
Miss Iteid, Mrs JVells, Miss Fine, Mr Bowman and Mr IVillis,
After the Opera,
The Festival of Apollo,
44 Glorious Apollo,"
" Kelvin (J rove,"— Mr BRAHAM,
Coimick Medley,— Mr SLOMAN.
•• Foresters sound the cheerful horn," [Glee] Mess. BRAHAM, PEARMAN,
BROAOHURST, and II. PHILLIPS.
44 To Ladies Eyes,"— Mr BROADHURST.
"Manager Strutt,"— Mr VV. CHAPMAN.
" Inscription of a Play," (from the Opera of Clari) Mr PEARMAN.
44 Doke del anima," (Paer) Mr BRAHAM, and Mr H. PHILLIPS,
Scots, wha' ha'e wi* Wallace bled," Mr BRAHAM.
Mr J. T. HARRIS will preside at the PIANO FORTE.
In the course of the Evening, Miss STEPHENS, will sing " Nid Nid NoddhV'
and the Echo Duet from •» Zuma," with Mr BRAHAM.
To conclude with the Comic Operatta of
The Rendezvous.
The Music composed and selected by Mr Price.
Captain Bolding, Mr BROADHURST, Charles, Mr J. BLAND,
Quake, Mr W. BENNETT, Smart, Mr SALTER,
Simon, Mr W. CHAPMAN,
Lucretia, Miss CARR, Rose, Mrs J. WEIPPERT,
Sophia, Miss KELLY.
To-murrow, Der Freisehutz, with Free and Easy.
THE
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AND
- Daily Bills of the Play.
" Nothing extenuate nor set down aught in malice."
No. 859 Tuesday, Aug. 31, 1824. Price W.
mUMMUMUMJK
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The performance here last night, conferred great delight on a Hu-
morous and genteel audience. The pieces represented were Love,
Law, and Phytic, The Hypocrite, and Of Age To-morrow. We
have already spoken of the Comedy, as being ably performed, par-
ticularly by Mrs, Ciiatterley, Mr. W. Farrgx, and Mr. Liston.—
The other pieces were as pleasantly acted as could be wished. Mr,
Liston and Mi. Karley in the first named Farce were highly comic.
We were not present last night at Mr. Braham'? Benefit, for the
best reason in the world ; indeed, exactly such a reason as Ma*. Bra-
ham would himself urge, namely, that we were too fond of our money.
We make a rule, and a wise one we think it, never to enter a theatre
at our own cost ; let it not be supposed that we deem theatrical en-
tertainments unworthy of their full remuneration; bat there is a great
difference between us and those who merely go to the Piny to seek
their own gratification. We arc almost compelled, cx-ofncio, to visit
the Theatres, in order to report proceedings to our subscribers and
occasional readers : but it is long since we expluined to our friends
that we could not, with our moderate profits, undertake to detail the
proceedings of Benefits at our own expense. Now, in the present in-
stance, we gratuitously inserted a paragraph in order to promote Mr.
Braham's interests, and this little Paper affords a more advantageous
line of circulation than any political publication could effect) yet the
same gentleman neglects to provide for our admission to a seat, which
is much less in value than what we had a right to charge For his pa-
ragraph. We care for no man, let his station be what it may, beyond
his merits. Managers and actors we hold in respect, exactly so fai-
as they respect those principles which should govern liberal minds. — .
Mark reader — by that expression of "liberal minds," do not suppose
we refer to pecuniary liberality : — we have before challenged the green-
rooms to produce one solitary instance of our having accepted a bribe
for our theatrical opinions or remarks : we have, in fact, rejected
many such offers : and have invariably returned the gratuity with this
answer, that " we could not accept of money from any performer ;
although we should always be happy to speak of merit with adequate
praise, and be as lenient iu regard to faults as possible.*' After all
THE THEATRICAL OBSERVER.
that \Ve have now srrnl in reference to Mr. Braham on this occasion ;
the public will not find th the less just in our, remarks on his wonder-
ful vocal powers. We should contemn ourselves could we be influenced
by any considerations to swerve from delivering what we feel to be the
truth. If performers chuse to take advantage of our columns, and
our impartiality, and yet slight us, we cannot help it — if they do not
do their duty, we shall, at least, endeavour steadily to perform ours.
iMiiami
The Battle of Waterloo was last night, repeated to a crowded house
in all parts, after which, for the first time, a new Grand Melo-drama
was produced, founded on that terrific tradition of Der Freischutz ;
it is awfully splendid, and was well received, and we have no doubt,
will prove highly productive to the Proprietor of the Amphitheatre.
Miss Edmiston. — This young lady, who some time ago, occupied
such a distinguished rank in the higher walks of the tragic muse at
"Old Drury," is now performing in Glasgow, with the greatest appro-
bation of that " thinking people/' who form its polished community.
From a file of papers now laying on our table we select the following
short extract, respecting the opinion of a brother critic of the North,
on the representation of Lady Macbeth by this promising actress: —
He says u Miss Edmiston's appearance is in good keeping with our
notions of Lady Macbeth : her person being above the middle size,
her figure of fair proportion, her gait in some measure dignified, and
her gesture sweeping and energetic. The only deficiency was in
strength, richness and command of voice. This was amply compen-
sated for, however, by her just discrimination throughout, and particu-
larly in the fifth scene (first act), which we have always considered
amongst the most difficult in the play. It is here where the extraor-
dinary character of Lady Macbeth is unfolded. The crimes she is
about to commit are here first alluded to, and their atrocity, combined
with the fearful imprecation —
"Come, all you spirits,
And fill me, from the crown to the toe, topfull,
Of direst cruelty."
is apt to harass the feelings of an audience, unless given with discri-
mination and prudence. This was admirably done by Miss Edmiston.
Her manner too of instigating Macbeth to commit the murder was
excellent ; rage, scorn and contempt, at his hesitation were delineated
in her countenance, and conspicuous in the dignity of her action."
Miss Hallande is now at the Newcastle Theatre, performing some
of her principal characters. Last week she acted Florctta, in The
Cabinet, and obtained the most distinguished applause. Miss H. is
supported in the operatic department by Mr. C. Bland, of the York
Theatre, who filled the part of Orlando in a very creditable manner,
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This Evening, a Comic Sketch, in 1 Act, call'd
Twelve Precisely
Brass, Mr W. WEST, Landlord, Mr EBSWORTH,
Sir Ferdinand Frisky, Mr JOHNSON,
Amelia Wildlove, Mrs CHATTERLEY,
Kalty O'Carrol Mrs CHATTERLEY !
Marchioness de Grenouille Mrs CHATTERLEY ! !
Captain Wildlove Mrs CHATTERLEY ! ! !
Marquis de Grenouille... . Mrs CHATTERLEY ! ! ! !
Peggy, Miss WOOD.
After which, the Comedy of
Married and Single.
Bean Shatterlv, Mr W. FARREN,
Bickerton, Mr POPE, Melford, Mr COOPER,
Ferrel, Mr. W. WEST, Captain O'Rapper, Mr LEE,
Scamper, Mr VINING, Servant, Mr MOORE,
Officer, MrC. JONES, Mr Cramwell, MrCOVENEY,
Mrs Bickerton, Mrs GLOVER.
Mrs Shaiterly, Mrs C. JONES, Fanny, Mrs T. HILL,
Mrs Cramwell, Mrs COVENEY.
To conclude with the Operatic Comedy of
Sweethearts & Wives.
Th® Music composed and selected by
Messrs. Wliitaker, Nathan, T. Cooke, and Perry.
Admiral Franklvn, Mr W. FARREN,
Billy Lackaday, Mr LISTON,
Sandford, Mr MELROSE, Curtis, Mr LEE,
Charles, Mr VINING,
Eugenia, Miss CHESTER,
Mrs Bell, Mrs C. JONES, Susan, Mrs GARRICK,
Laura, Madame VESTRIS.
To-morrow, Intrigue, with The Young Quaker, and X V, Z-
%ijt atte fto«nl, Cnglts!) #pet a ^ouce
Ibis Evening a Musical Performance, entitled
Der "
01^ </te SEVENTH BULLET/
Kuno, Mr BARTLEY,
Killian, Mr TAYLEURE, Ottocar, Mr PERKINS,
Rodolph, Mr BRAHAM,
Casper, Mr BENNETT, RolJo, Mr H. PHILLIPS,
Huntsmen, Mess. Henry, J. Bland, Lodge.
Zamiel, (Spirit of the Forest) Mr J. COOPER,
Ann, MissPOVEY,
Agnes, (Kuno Daughter) Miss STEPHENS,
Witch of the Wolfs Glen, Mrs BRYAN,
A QKRMAN WALTZ, by Mist Romcr, Miss Griffiths, Miss Fkth\
Mks Hen}, Mrs Walls, Miss Vine, Mr Bowman and Mr JVUUb,
THE CASTING OF THE BALLS,.- At No. I, (repeated by the echoes)
the Moon ft eclipsed,, Night-Bird* and Apparitions of various Monsters appear,
-At No. % The Witch of the Glen and various Reptiles appear.— At No. 8, A
Storm uftd Hurricane break down Ireea and soatter the Fire — monstrous Forms
tfiove through the Glen, and the Torrent turns to Blood !---At No. 4. The Rattle
q{ Wheel's and tramp of Horses are hoard, and two wheels of fire roll through
$»e GlwiT--Afc No, 5, Neighing and Barking are heard — Amid discordant and
eccentric Musie, supposed to accompany the Wild Chace in Air, the misty
forms of a skeleton Stag, skeleton Horsemen and Honnds, pass over the magic
<nrcle fn the clouds, to a Hunting Chorus of Spirits — At No. 6, Tremendous
9torra of T/nunder4 Lightning, and Hail — Meteors dart through the Air and
dance on the Hills«»-The Torrent foams and roars — The Rocks are riven, and
fresh Apparitions appear ; and all the horrors of the preceding scenes are ac-
cumulated, in order to drive the FREISCHUTZ from the magic circle.— At
No. 7, A Tree is rent asunder— ZAMIEL appears-, surrounded by Fire, and
the S?cene closes as the dock strikes ONE !
To conclude with the Comic Opcratta of
FREE and EASY.
The Music composed by Mr JlDDISOJV.
Sir John Freeman, Mr WRENCH,
Mr Charles Courtly, Mr BARTLEY, Ralph, Mr TAYLEURE,
Michael, Mr W. CHAPMAN,
Richard, Mr SALTER, Peter, Master BODEN.
Mrs Charlotte Courtley, Miss POVEY, Rose, Miss R. BODEN,
- Gertrude, Miss KELLY.
Eugenia, Miss CARR, Cook, Mrs. JERROLD.
To-morrow, Dcr Frcischutz, with the Turnpike Gat*
the
ttratnral ®h&txhtv;
AND
Daily Hills of the Play.
" Nothing extenuate nor set down aught in malice."
No. S60 Wednesday, Sept. I, 182 4, Price hi.
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Last night, the popular pieces of Twelve Precisely, (in which
Mrs. Chatterley acted with her usual vivacity) with J\l<arried and
Single, and Sweethearts and Wives, were performed to an excellent
house. In the last piece, Mr. VT. Farren, Mr. Liston, Mr. Vining.,
Miss Chester, Mis. C. Jones, Madame Vestris, &c. were much ap-
plauded.
■ y.r^WAJIBgtgL^gPgUW
Her Frfaschutz is still the order of the night ; and draws num-
bers to this house. Mr. Beral's appeal ance on Mr. Braham's night,
appears to have answered his purpose ; but the Manager does not
shew any desire to avail himself of a repetition of his services. In
Free and Easy, Miss Kelly, Mr. Wrench, Mr. Hartley, and Mi.
W. Chapman, were highly entertaining.
His Royal Highness. the Duke of Sussex, their Royal Highnesses,
the Duke and Duchess of Clarence, and a large party of distinguished
persons, honored Der Freischutz last night with their approbation.
" God save the King," was called for on the Royal party being recog-
nised, and the solo parts were sung with great effect by Miss Stephens,
Miss Povey, and Mr. Braham. Lady Francis Stuart, Lord Wil-
liam Lennox, Sir George Warrender, Mr. Ball Hughes, &c. &c.
were amongst the fashionable company, which completely filled the
house.
We are promised some variety here shortly. It is said the ingeni-
ous Mr. Peake has been mending his pen, and something amusing
from it, will soon appear, in which the admirable Mathews will have a
leading character. — The new Musical Piece is also in a forward state
*»— —
Mr. Kean closes his engagement this evening, and takes his Benefit
on Monday next. He appeared in Lear on Thursday night, and
afforded one of those splendid exhibitions of histrionic power which,
save in himself, we are seldom happy enough to witness. — Dublin
Freeman's Journal.
Mr. Macready has been engaged by Mr. Clarice to perform in.
"Vyateiford for five nights. His first appearance will be on Monday-
evening next, in Virginiuz. — British Press.
THE THEATRICAL OBSERVER
On Friday night, Mr. Farley had his Benefit at the Cheltenham
Theatre. The Piny was Henri Quatre, followed by High Life below
Stairs. Colonel Berkeley, Captain A. Berkeley, Mr. Dawkins,
and Mr. Bankes, were the amateurs ; they performed more like re-
gulars than many of our corps dramatique. The house was as crowded
as Farley could possibly wish, and as hot as the black hole at
Calcutta.
Miss S. Booth is now performing at Sheffield. On Saturday last
this fascinating actress appeared at the theatre of that town, in the
character of Albina Jllandcville, in the pleasant Comedy of The
tVill ; and in the afterpiece delighted the audience with her arch vi-
vacity, in the representation of Priscilla Tomboy.
Murder in a Theatre.— -Wonders will never cease — Monday night
about six o'clock, our attention was attracted on passing by the Olym-
pic in Wych Street, by crowds of persons who had assembled round
that place of amusement. On enquiry as to the cause, we were in-
formed that a private performance was to take place, and the evening's
amusements were to consist of Rob Roy Jlfacgregor, Singing and
Dancing, with the Farce of Bon Ton. Having obtained an admission
we were induced to enter the house, in which there was a sprinkling of
journeymen compositors, master bakers, and other respectable geniuses
who entertained themselves whistling in the most discordant manner,
until a few forlorn-looking fidlers made their appearance in the or-
chestra, and scraped away with considerable melancholy, until the
audience's original stupidity was sunk into profound lethergy. The
curtain rose, and the piece commenced. It would be ridiculous to en-
ter into a detail of the various circumstances which excited merriment
among the audience. Rob Roy certainly acquitted himself with de-
cency, considering that he has a bad voice and little genius to manage
it. A Mr. Hastings played the part of Old Owen with some merit,
and with attention he may become a good actor.-— We understand he
is a country performer. But a3 to the majority of the rest of the gen-
tlemen actors, we never beheld in the whole course of our theatrical
experience, such murder as disgraced the boards of that interesting
little Theatre. The ladies performed their parts very well, especially
Mrs. Melville, and the lady who performed Martha. The Theatre,
we understand, is shortly to open with a talented company ; and is to
be considerably altered and decorated. A singular circumstance took
place during the performance last night, and one seldom witnessed at
any of our metropolitan theatres : the Manager paraded the pit and
boxes in his shirt sleeves ! and we were much amused at the jolly and
unsophisticated manner in which he appeared among the auditory.
Davis's Amphitheatre, the Surrey, and Sadler's Wells, were re-
spectably attended last- night.
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This Evening, a Comic Sketch, in 1 Act, cail'd
INTRIGUE.
Varnish, Mr W. JOHNSON, Tom, Mr HARLEY
Captain Rambleton, Mr VINING,
Ellen, Madame VESTRIS, who will introduce
" In merry Cat lisle lived a Lady fair*
Jrthe course of the Piece, Madame VESTRIS, and Mr HARLEV,
will introduce the Comic Duet of
" WHEN A LITTLE FARM WE KEEP."
After which O'Keepe's Comedy of
The Young Quaker.
OldSadbov, Mr W.JOHNSON,
Chronicle, Mr W. FARREN, Clod, Mr LISTON,
Young Sadboy, Mr VINING,
Spatterdash. Mr HARLEY, Shadrach, Mr Williams
Lounge, Mr COVENEY, Goliah, Master Tokeley,
Captain Ambush, Mr JOHNSON, Twig, Mr Coates,
Lady Rounceval, Mrs WINDSOR,
Pink, Mrs GIBBS, Mrs Millefleur, Mrs KENDALL,
Araminta, Miss LOVE, who will introduce
" It was a Lover and his Lass'f
Dinah Primrose, Miss CHESTER.
To conclude with the Comic Farce of
Captain Galliard, Mr JOHNSON,
Neddy Bray, Mr LISTON,
Roscius Alldross, Mr HARLEY,
Grubbleton, Mr LEE, Doddle, Mr COATES,
Ralph Hempseed, Mr W. WEST,
Maria, Miss J. SCOT F, Betty, Mrs COVENEY,
Mrs Mouser, Miss BOYCE,
Dora Mumwell, Mrs C. JONES,
To-morrow. Tne Hypocrite, with Killing- no Murder. &c.
Cijeatt e ttopal, CntrjUsh €>pera ^ouse
9MtJW*f J BBB »AIWJ!iUUUIB WJBU! I.1WI
This Evening a Musical Performance, entitled
Der Freischutz ;
Or, the SEVENTH BULLET /
Kntio, MrBARTLEY,
Rodolph, [a Huntsman] Mr BRA HAM,
Killiau, Mr TAYLEURE, Oltocar, Mr PERKINS,
Casper, (a Huntsman,) Mr BENNETT,
Zacnief, (Spirit of the Forest) Mr J. COOPER,
Rollo, [a Huntsman] Mr H. PHILLIPS,
Huntsmen, Mess. Henry, J. Bland, Lodge.
Ann, MissPOVEY,
Airnes, (Kuno Daughter) Miss STEPHEN^
Witch of the Wolfs Glen, Mrs BRYAN,
A GERMAN WALTZ, hy Miss Romer, JUiss Griffiths, JUiss rials,
Miss Real, JU>s Wells, JUiss Fine, JUr Bowman and Mm Willis,
©
To conclude with the Comic Operatta of
The Turnpike Gate
Crack, Mr VV. CHAPMAN, who will sing " The Mail Coach."
Sir Edward Dashaway, Mr J. BLAND, Smart, Mr SALTER,
Henry Blunt, Mr PEARMAN, who will sing » The Bay of Biscay."
Kobert Maythbrn, Mr KEELEY, Old Maythoin, MrMINTON,
Groom. Mr SANDERS, Steward, Mr J. COOPER,
Bailiff, Mr LODGE, Sailors, xMcssrs HENRY, aud POVEY.
Joe Standfast, Mr TAYLEURE,
Mary, Miss HOLDAWAY, Peargy, Mrs J. WEIPPERT,
Landlady, Mrs JERROLD. _„_
To-morrow, a favorite Opera, with The Marriage of Figaro, for the
Benefit of Miss Stephens.
EXHIBITIONS.
MrJ Cross's Grand Collection of Wild Beasts — Excter-'Change, Strand.
Finn's Fancy Glass-working Exhibition, in Miniature. Displaying the
whole Art of Modelling, Blowing, and Working-- -161', Strand.
Mr. Bullock's Exhibitions of Ancient and Modern Mexico, presenting a
unique, rare, and interesting collection of Curiosities, and a Vanoramie
View of the City of Mexico— Egyptian Hall, Piccadilly.
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" Nothing extenuate nor set down aught in malice."
No. 861 Thursday, Sept. 2, 1824. Price \d.
The comic one-act Piece of Intrigue, the amusing Comedy of The
Young Quaker, and the most laughable Farce of X, Y, Z, were
again performed together last night to a crowded audience. Three
such pieces in one night are almost too much for our risible faculties.
The smile, the grin, the titter, the horse-laugh, were incessant proofs
how greatly the audience were entertained. By the bye, we have se-
veral times used the above vulgar expression of " horse-laugh*' and
we do not take on us to defend its use, although it is so common. —
But we pretend to be stable critics ; and, perhaps, there is no incon-
gruity in denominating by the term in question, that violent exertion
of lungs which resembles the noise of a neighing horse. There was
a considerable deal of this neighing last night ; particularly at the
White Lion ; the Token ; and the odd effects of the three last letters
of the alphabet. A new Farce is in rehearsal at this Theatre. —
Teasing made Easy is iD preparation : Mr. Wilkinson is to be the
Peter Pastoral.
<£i\Q\igfy ©penthouse*
Miss Stephens concluded her engagement for this season, at this
Theatre, last night. Her charming vocal powers have added to the
celebrity of Weber's music, and greatly distinguished the English
Opcra-Housc. She most modestly assumed the character in Der
Freischutz, which Miss Noel so cheerfully resigned to her • and
neither lady can suffer by the change in question. We shall rejoice
to be again an auditor of Miss Stephens, whose qualities, public and
private, are the theme of general approbation. — This young lady takes
her Benefit this evening, and appears for the first time this season, as
Susanna, in The Marriage of Figaro.
A very amusing Piece, it is said, has been constructed on trie foun-
dation of Mr. Mathews's late entertainment of* A Trip to America,'
It is to be called u Jonathan in London ;'* and the inimitable Ma-
thews has the chief character. Report gives the authorship to one
of our popular dramatists ; and, therefore, much amusement may be
expected to be derived from it. Also, as we have already stated, a
new musical piece is to be produced, and at the same time with the
above. This shews a most energetic and praise-worthy spirit in the
Manager ; and the Public cannot but appreciate such exertion for
their amusement.
THE THEATRICAL OBSERVER
Davis's Amphitheatre,— .Last night this Theatre was crowded in
every part to witness the performances of The Battle of Waterloo,
and the new grand melo-drama of Der Freischntz, which has been
produced with all possible splendour, and was received by the audience
with every demonstration of satisfaction. It would be superfluous to
say more than that the considerable expense to which the proprietois
have gone, and their exertions to amuse the public, must ensure their
success. The actors in the latter piece deserve the utmost credit. —
Mr. Gomersal personated Caspar with considerable effect.
Brighton Theatre. — Mr. Dowton and Mr. T. Cooke have both
finished their engagements, — the former on Saturday last, when the
School for Scandal, and Barnaby Brittle, were performed for his be-
nefit. Mrs. Orger is one of the very best Lady Teazles we have ever
seen upon this stage, and we are surprise 1 that the London Managers
do not cast her into more important pp. its. In the afterpiece, Rus-
sell's Jeremy was irresistably comic, and J\Irs. Brittle was done to
the life by Mrs. Orger. On Monday the Devils Bridge and the
Sleeping Draught were performed for t he benefit of Mr. T. Cooke. —
We never heard him in such good voice as on this occasion ; his
"' Fancy' a Sketch," was exquisite, and was rapturously encored ; and
he also sang with great taste and feeling " Behold in his soft expres-
sive face," and the duct with Miss Stafford of " My early day." —
Mrs. Orger played Lauretta with much archness and vivacity, and
sang in a very pleasing manner " Why what can a poor maiden do."
The Floating Beacon, which has been in preparation for a consider-
able time, was produced on Tuesday nigrit with new scenery, &c. —
This evening Mr. Philipps and Miss Harvey, from the English Opera
House, make their debut.
Mr. Vandenhoff, it appears, is engaged at the Edinburgh Theatre,
at a salary of ten guineas per week. The announcement of this en-
gagement to the Edinburgh audience was received with thunders of
applause.
Mr. Charles Kemble, we understand, is gone to Germany, not
only to obtain some original Opeias of Weber; but to induce him to
visit this country, and aid in the production of his musical com-
positions.
Birmingham Theatre. — Aug. 30. — Mr. Bunn played, for the first
time, the Duke of Gloster, and Mr. Warde the Earl of Richmond,
Lady Anne, by Miss Jar man ; and the ** Dashing White Serjeant"
was sung by Mrs. Waylett. The Hypocrite has been performed
here, Doctor Cantwell, by Mr. Warde, and Jlfaw-worm, by Mr.
Shuter.
It is reported that Miss Foote, of Covent Garden Theatre, is to
be married on Monday next, to Mr. Maine, of Burderop Pa ik, Wilts ;
a gentleman who has lately come into the possession of a large fortune.
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MISS STEPHENS\s NIGHT.
This Evening a Musical Performance, entitled
er Freischutz ;
Or, the SEVENTH BULLET/
Kuno, Mr HARTLEY,
Rodolph, [a Huntsman'] Mr BRA HAM,
Killian, Mr TAYLEURE, Ottocar, Mr PERKINS,
Casper, ( a Huntsman J Mr BENNETT,
Zamiel, (Spirit of the Forest) Mr J. COOPER,
Rollo, [a Huntsman] Mr II. PHILLIPS,
Huntsmen, Mess. Henrv, J. Bland, Lodge.
Ann, MissPOVEY,
Airnes, (Kuno Daughter) Miss bTEPHFNS,
Witch of the Wolfs Glen, Mrs BRYAN,
At the End of Der Frckchutz, Miss STEPHENS, will Sing
thejfavoritc Ballad, " Coming thro' the Rye"
and Mr BRAHAM the admiaed Air of / KELFIJV (JROFEr
To conclude with the Comic Opera of The
Marriage of Figures
Count Ahnaviva, Mr WRENCH,
Fiorello, Mr J. BLAND. Basil, Mr H. PHILLIPS,
Antonio, (the Gardener) Mr BARTLEY,
Cherubiuo, (the Page) Miss KELLY,
Figaro, Mr PEARMAN, who will introduce
" The Description of a Play'' from the Opera of Clari,
Sebastian, Mr HENBY, Notary, Mr DEERJNG.
Countess Almavia, Miss POVEY,
Barbarina, Miss Holdaivaj/, Marcel i i na, Mrs Weippert
Susanna, Miss STEPHENS, who will introduce
1' BID ME DISCOURSE."
A BALLET, INCIDENTAL TO THE PIECE,
To-monow, (1st time) Jonathan in England, with (1st time) The
Frozen Lake, & Hit or Miss. Dick Cypher, Mr Mathews.
Cijeatif ivfjpat. ^aj^jHai feet.
This Evening, the Comedy of
THE HYPOCRITE.
Sir John Lambert, Mr YOUNGER,
Col. Lambert, Mr COOPER,
Maw-worm, Mr LISTON, Darnlev, Mr JOHNSON,
Doctor Cantvvell, Mr W. FARREN,
Siward, Mr COVEN EY, Servant, Mr C. JONES,
Old Lady Lambert, Mrs WINDSOR.
Bettv,Mrs Coveney, Young Lady Lambert, Miss Boyce
Charlotte, Mrs CHAT TERLEY,
After which, the Farce of
*r no luuroer
Sir Walter Wilton, Mr WILLIAMS,
Apollo Belvi, Mr LISTON, Tap, Mr EBSWORTH,
Buskin, Mr HARLEY, with " Manager Sirutt,"
Bradford, Mr COVENEY, Servant, Mr COATES,
Mrs Watchef, Mrs WINDSOR,
Fanny., Mrs C. JONES, Nancy, Miss WOOD,
To conclude with the Comic Farce of
THE TWO PAGES OF
Frederick the Greats
Frederick the Great, Mr W. FARREN,
Phelps, Mr WILLIAMS, Augustus, Miss LOVE,
Thedore. Madame VESTRIS,
Carlo, Mr COVENEY, Ernest, Mr BROUGH,
Dick, Mr C. JONES, Ostler, Mr COATES,
Le Papillion, Mr BARTLEY,
Pages, Messdms. Hunt, W. Johnson, and Wood,
Madame Ritzberg, Mrs GLOVER,
Caroline, Mrs T, HILL, Lisbeth, Miss BOYCE,
Madame Phelps, Mrs GIBBS.
To-morrow, The Busy Body, with Swecth carts and Wives.
licati'tcal tBh&trhev ;
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" Nothing extenuate ner set down aught in malice."
A*o. 862 Friday, Sept. 3, 182i. Price Id.
Thb Benefit of Miss Stephens, last night, at this Theatre, was
attended by an elegant, and, considering the extreme heat of the wea-
ther, a numerous audience. It is truly delightful to see the ornaments
of the stage thus supported. Miss Stephens sang with surpassing
sweetness and brilliancy the tine music allotted to her character in
J)er Fr-jischutz ; and frequent bursts of delight almost interrupted
the effect of her songs. Subsequently, she appeared as Susanna, in
the Opera of The Marriage of Figaro, in which her naivete and
charming vocal powers were displayed to the greatest advantage. Her
voice is heard to much advantage in this Theatre— the most delicate
tones, even her melodious whispers are heard distinctly, and. therefore,
the fullest enjoyment of her songs is the consequence. We under-
stand Miss Stephens is about to go into the country, to fulfill her en-
gagements at some great Musical Festivals, and next winter season
will be found at Drury. Till then, we bid her adieu ; and thank her
for the moments of pleasure we have derived from her vocal exertions.
Miss Povey sang in Dcr Freischutz, and also as the Countess, in
The Marriage of Figaro, with her wonted talent, and obtained con-
siderable applause. Mr. Braham in the first piece, gave al! his songs
in that powerful and beautiful style which ever distinguishes him. —
The characters of the Count, Figaro, and Antonio, the gardener,
were very well sustained by Messrs. Wrench, Pearman, and I3art-
ley : but the roguish Page was acted to the life by Miss Kelly.
This evening two new Pieces, and the first appearance this season,
of that admirable humorist, Mr. Mathews, form a most uncommon
attraction.
Jjjap^niar&et €hcattc.
The Hypocrite, Killing no Murder, and The Two Pages of Fre~
derick the Great, were the performances of last night, and attracted
a numerous and genteel audience. The acting in all was excellent,
and we hardly ever saw more gratification produced. Mr. Farren,
Mr. Liston, and Mrs. Chatterley, in the Comedy, received much
applause. The vivacious and ever good-humored Harley, united
with Mr. Liston in the following Farce, to create shouts of laughtej .
and Mis3 Love and Madame Veneris* assumed the characters of the
Pages with the most engaging air in the woild.
THE THEATRICAL OBSERVER.
Tho Surrey Theatre, and Sadler's Wells, have both had their
usual share of patronage this week, the amusements being well worth
the attention of the public.
Davis's Amphitheatre continues to be most specially favored. —
Much money must have been made there this season.
Cobouro. — A most ridiculous drama, called " George the Third,
the Father of his People," has been produced here.
Ramsgate. — Aug. 31. — We have a great variety of amusements. — *
At the Marine Library there is a promenade and concert every night,
at which Miss Dunn of Covent Garden Theatre sings.
Brighton Theatre. — Sept. 2. — The Comedy of Pride shall have
a Fall, was acted on Saturday nigtrt. On Tuesday, The Critic, Puff,
by Mr. Russell. — The new Play of Charles the Second, will shortly
be produced. Miss I. Patox has closed her engagement here, when
she appeared as Lady Teazle, in The School for Sca?idal.
Vauxhall. — This is the last night of one of the most brilliant sea-
sons the Proprietors have had since their commencement. The un-
common exertions which they have made to gratify the Public merited
the patronage they have received. The Gala to-night includes every
point of attraction of previous evenings.
Miss Paton, we are happy to hear, has recovered, and may be ex-
pected to appear very soon at the English Opera. She has entered
into a new engagement for four years with the Managers of Covent
Garden Theatre.
A Morning Paper says — " There is no truth whatever in the report
that one of the Honourable Members for Warehem, is likely to lead
Miss Chester to the hymeneal altar/'
Mr. W. H. Williams, of Drury Lane Theatre, had his Benefit at
the Windsor Theatre, on Tuesday evening, on which occasion Miss
Tunstall, Miss Withan, and Master Longhurst, came from Vaux-
hall, whose combined powers as vocalists, gave the greatest satis-
faction to an overflowing audience.
The Dublin theatre closed for the season on Monday evening last,
with the performance of Brutus. Mr. Abbott, of Covent-garden
theatre, is to be the manager of Crow-street for the ensuing season.
EXHIBITIONS.
Mr. Cross's Grand Collection of Wild Beasts — Exeter-'Change, Strand.
Finn's Fancy Glass-working Exhihition, in Miniature. Displaying the
whole Art of Modelling, Blowing, and Working---I61, Strand.
Mr. Bullock's Exhibitions of Ancient and Modern Mexico, presenting a
unique, rare, and interesting collection of Curiosities, and a Panoramic
View of the City op Mexico — Egyptian Hall, Piccadilly.
Miss Linwood's celebrated Pictures in Needle Work — Leicester-square.
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Tin's Evening, (1st lime) a New Farce, called
Jonathan in England
JonathanW, Donbikins, Mr MATHEWS,
( Being his First appearance this Season.)
Sir Leatherlip Gross e feeder, Mr HARTLEY,
Nattv Larkspur, Mr KEELEY,
Delapierre,[^mm>flfw Gentlemcii\W BROADHURST
Jemmv Larkspur, Mr TAYLEURE,
Mr Ledger, Mr W. BENNETT, Tidv, Mr SALTER,
Butler to L. Grossfeeder, Mr MINTON,
Agamemnon, [Jonathans Nigger] Mr SLOMAN,
Mary, Miss HOLDAWA Y, Patty, Mrs WEIPPERT,
Mrs Lemon, Mrs TAYLEURE,
Blanch, Mrs BRYAN, Lady Gossfeeder, MrsGROVE,
The Scene of Act 1st is at Liverpool, of Act 'ind in London.
After which, (1st time) a new Musical Drama, in 2 Acts, called
The Frozen Lake.
The Grand Duke of Suabia, Mr BARTLEY,
Prince de Neubourg, Mr WRENCH, ;
Marq. de Valborn, Mr Perkins, Wilhelm, Mr Keeley ,
Count de Linsberg, Mr PEARMAN,
First Page, Mr Dee ring, Second Page, Mr. Henry,
Dornesticks, Messrs Minton and Mr Povev.
Princess Louisa, Miss NOEL,
Baroness Matilda de Rosefeld, Miss KELLY.
Countess de Walstein, Miss HENRY,
To conclude with A MEJV FEATURE, the Musical Farce of
HIT OR MISS !
Dick Cypher, [steeped in the Follies of 1824, with a ripened Famjv,
and a brace of spouting Songs,) Mr MATHEWS,
OTiourke O' Daisy, Mr POWER. Jerry Blossom, Mr RAYNER,
Adam Stirlin g, Mr W. BENNETT, Janus Jumble, Mr BAKER,
Quill, Mr SALTER, Coachman, Mr MINTON,
John, Mr HENRY, Servant, Messrs, CAHIF.L & NAUGHAN,
Mrs Augusta Carolina Honeymouth, Mrs GROVE,
Clara Stirling, Miss HOLDAWAY, Dolly O'Daisy, Miss POVEV-
tEljeatif &opl, $pa)>=jHatiut.
^■^^-"■^■^■■Jg^'.JJJ.. l_l_U ill I
This Evening the f'omedy of
THE BUSY BODY.
Sir Jealous Traffick, Mr WILLIAMS,
Marplot, Mr HARLEY,
Sir George Airy, Mr VINING,
Whisper, MrCOVENEY, John, Mr EBSWORTH,
Charles, Mr JOHNSON,
Sir Francis Gripe, Mr W. FARREN,
James, Mr COATES, Butler, Mr C. JONES,
Miranda, [first time] Miss CHESTER,
Isabinda, Mrs. T. HILL, Scentwell, Miss WOOD,
Patch, Mrs GIBBS,
To conclude with the Operatic Comedy of
Sweethearts & Wives*
The Music composed and selected by
Messrs. Whitaker, Nathan, T. Cooke, and Perry,
Admiral Franklyn, Mr W. FARREN,
Billy Lackaday, Mr LISTON,
Sandford, Mr MELROSE, Curtis, Mr LEE,
Charles, Mr VINING,
Eugenia, Miss CHESTER,
Mrs Bell, Mrs C. JONES, Susan, Mrs GARRICK,
_ Laura, Madame VESTRIS.
To-morrow, The Hypocrite, with X. Y. Z. and A Kuland for an Olive/
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Last night was a most prolific one in regard to novelty. We were
presented with two new pieces, and to heighten the attraction, Mr.
Mathews appeared for the first time this season. The first piece was
entitled " Jonathan in Engla?id}" and, we understand, is from the
entertaining pen of Mr. Peake." The object of this Farce is to afford
Mr. Mathews an opportunity of presenting a moie extended repre-
sentation of the peculiarities of one of his odd characters, Mr. Jo-
nathan W. Doubikins, whieh he had introduced into his late perform-
ance of " A Trip to America." This character offered a good fund
of entertainment, of which Mr. Peake has taken full advantage. —
JUr. Jonathan W. is brought from " the land of liberty" to England,
He lands at Liverpool, where his native prejudices and his Yankee
eockneyism are first drawn foith. Thence he comes to London whore
some cross purposes place him in several ludicrous situations, which
terminate in due explanation, and" a considerable particular quantity"
of genuine laughter. There are, of course, some other characters
introduced to connect the business : and amongst these, Mr. Keelky,
as a Postillion, and Mr. Hartley, as a feast-loving Alderman, were
very amusing. Mr. S lo man represented Doubikin's Nigger, Agamem-
non, extremely well. Mr. Broadhurst and Miss Holdaway sang
pleasingly. This little piece met decided success, although there were
persons who evidently came prepared to oppose it.
Afterwards a new Operatic Entertainment was produced, entitled
The Frozen Lake. This is a very pretty and interesting piece, and
was received throughout, and at the conclusion, with great applause,
The story may be thus narrated : —
The Grand Duke of Suabia has a lovely daughter, the Princess
Louisa, whom he has designed to marry to the Prince de Areifbot(rg,
upon political grounds. The Prince, however, has more of the sol-
dier than the lover about him, and in paying his devoirs to the Prin-
cess, finds great relief in applying to the amiable Baroness de Rose-
feld, lady in waiting to the Princess, for a knowledge of those arts
of gallantry which he is called upon to exert towards the Princess :
but it.is to very little purpose that he seeks the assistance of th£ fair
Baroness, he can neither win the affections of the Princess, nor does
he seem to feel much interested about her himself, beyond the politic
eonsideration of being closely connected with the Grand Duke. At
THE THEATRICAL OBSERVER.
court, there is a youth of the name of Count de Linsberg, who ap*-
pears greatly interested in the Princess Louisa. This person was a
foundling adopted by the Grand Duke, and by him ennobled. The
Princess seems equally engaged by the Count's amiable qualities. —
Prince de <Veubourg, in the meantime, thinks it a duty to address
the Princess by letter, but his awkward style induces him to seek
de Linsberg's assistance. The latter avails himself of the opportu-
nity of making an appointment with the Princess, in her apartments
at nighit; which it turns out he is warranted in doing, by being in fact
privately married to her. De Linsberg departs, and leaves the note-:
to be conveyed in a nosegay, not calculating on the Prince looking
into it. The latter, however, does so, and thinks Linsberg has made
the appointment for him. Each seek the Princess's chamber, one bv
a key erroneously conveyed to the Prince, and the other by the Fro-'
zen Lake. Some amusing and interesting situations arise out of these
circumstances ; and the escape of Linsberg from the apartments of
his mistress across the Frozen Lake, leads to the discovery of the
marriage. The piece is neatlv wound-up with the Grand Duke's re-
cognition of the marriage, and the Prince's consoling himself by a
match with his tutoring Baroness. Miss Noel. Miss Kelly, Mr.
Bahtley, and Mr. Pearman, did much for the piece.
In Hit or Miss, Mr. Mathews again appeared with great applause.
Mr. Rayner acted Jerry Blossom excellently. Mr. Power performed
0%Rouhe 0' Daisy extremely well, as did Miss Povey his sister Dolly
O'Daisy. The whole entertainments gave such delight, that they are
to be repeated this evening. — There was an excellent house.
The Comedy of The Busy Body was admirably acted last night.
Mr. Harley's Marplot was highly entertaining. Mr. W: Farren's
Sir Francis Gripe was also a very excellent performance. Miss
Chester, in Miranda, was charming. — Great applause was bestowed
on th-3 whole performance by a genteel audience.
Vauxhall closed, last night, after a most successful season. — The
Address was spoken by Mr. Williams.
EXHIBITIONS.
Mr. Cross's Grand Collection of Wild Beasts — Exeter- 'Change, Strand.
F»xn's Fancy Glass-working Exhibition, in Miniature. Displaying th«
whole Art of Modelling, Blowing, and Working— iol, Strand.
Mr. Bullock's Exhibitions of Ancient and Modern Mexico, presenting a
unique, rare, and Interesting collection of Curiosities, and a / anoramic
View of the City of Mexico — Egyptian Hall, Piccadilly.
Miss Linwood's celebrated Pictures in Needle Work— Leicester-square.
FrinteH <& Published by E. Thomas. I). rtmark-court, ttxefer-Vhantre, Strand; .
Where Novels, Playa, Pamphlets, Posting-bills, Hand-bills, Lettars, and
Cards are Piiated, oa the lowest Terms. — All Communications for The
Theatrical Observer, must be post paid, and addressed as above.
%\)t atrc Ixopal, Cngltsf) $pera|pouse.
This Evening, (2nd time) a new Musical Drama, in 2 Acts, sailed!
The Frozen Lake.
The Grand Duke of Suabia, Mr BARTLEY,
Prince de Neubourg, Mr WRENCH,
Marq. de Valborn, Mr Perkins, Willie! in, Mr Keeler,
Count de Linsberg, Mr PEARM'AN,
First Page, Mr Deering, Second Page, Mr. Henry >
Domesticks, Messrs Minton and Mr Povev,
Princess Louisa, Miss NOEL,
Baroness Matilda de Rosefeld, Miss KELLY,
Countess de Walstein, Miss HENRY.
Jo
After which, (2nd time) a New Farce, ealled
Am an
Jonathan W.Doubikins, Mr MATHEWS,
Natty Larkspur, Mr KEELEY,
Sir Leatherlip Grossefeeder, Mr BARTLEY,
DelapieYre, [American gentleman'] Mr BROADHURST,
Jemmy Larkspur, Mr TAYLEURE,
Mr Ledger, MrW. BENNETT, Tidy, Mr SALTER,
Butler to L» Grossfeeder, Mr MINTON,
Agamemnon, [Jonathans Nigger] Mr SLOMAN,
Mary, Miss HOLDAWAY, Patty, Mrs HENRY
Mrs Lemon, Mrs TAYLEURE,
Blanch, Mrs BRYAN, LadyGossfeeder, MrsGROVE,
The Scc?ie of Act 1st is at Liverpool, of Jet 'lad in London.
On Monday, Jonathan in England, with The Frozen Lake.
fjratie Signal, ;f|ai>;jHaitvet.
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This Evening the Comedy of
j ij i x i/\Jiii. jl ili<
Sir John Lambert, Mr YOUNGER,
Col. Lambert, Mr COOPER,
Maw-worm, Mr LISTON, Darnlev, Mr JOHNSON,
Doctor Cantwell, Mr W. FARREN,
Si ward, Mr COVENEY, Servant, Mr C. JONES,
Old Ladv Lambert, Mrs WINDSOR.
Betfv,Mrs Coveney, Young- F,adv Lambert, Miss Boyce
Charlotte, Mrs CHAT TERLEY.
After which, the Farce of
Captain Galliard, Mr JOHNSON,
Ntd()y Brav, Mr LISTON,
Roscins Alldross, Mr 1IARLEY,
Grubbleton, Mr LEE, Doddle, Mr COATED,
Ralph Hempseed, Mr W. WEST,
Maria, Miss J. SCOTT, Bettv, Mrs COVENEY-
Mrs Mouser,' Miss BOYCE,
Dora Mum well, Mrs C. JONES.
To conclude with the Musical Farce of
otana lor an Oliver*
Sir Mark Chase, Mr WILLIAMS,
Mr Selborne, Mr PARRY, Fixture. Mr HUCKEL,
Alfred Highflyer, Mr VINING,
Gamekeeper, Mr Latham, Groom, Mr Ebsworth,
Gamekeepers and Servants,
Mess. Brough, Coates, Saunders, Moore, Eames, &c.
Mrs Selborne, Mrs GARRICK,
Maria Darlington, Madame VESTRIS,
Mrs Fixture, Mrs C. JONES.
On Monday, The Africans, with Intrigue, ke,
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Mr. Peake has amply succeeded in extending the humors of Jo-
nathan W. Doubikins, and thereby has afforded to the admirable
Mathews a further opportunity of creating infinite laughter at bis
odd representation of this highly comic character. On Saturday
night the piece created almost one continued broad laugh from be-
ginning to end. The feast-loving Alderman is extremely well done
by Mr. Bartley in look and manner. Mr. Keeley amuses much as
the little Postillion ; and the great Postiliion, (his twin brother) was
rendered very grotesque by the figure of Mr. Taylecre. We could
have wished that Mr. Peake had made more of this contrast , but
the great Postillion is very soon lost sight of. The whole of the
Farce told very well, except the little rub about American Freedom
and Nigger-buying, which we dare say will be softened down to meet
the sentiments of many who think erroneously that it is unjust, For
our part, we have read the American newspapers, and feel the pro-
priety of the hit from the many cattle- like advertisements we have
read respecting the poor JViggers. These advertisements are generally
in the style of our horse bazaar announcements. Really, no portion
of an audience should show such ignorance and squeamish ness. The
Postillions, however, may dread a war on account of Mr. Doubikins.
We may risk it.
^ap^marftct €f)eatm
The performances of Saturday night being The Hypocrite, with
X, Y, Z, and A Roland for an Oliver, could not fail to afford the
highest entertainment to a numerous and genteel audience. — The act-?
ing was excellent.
Sadler's Well has three favorite pieces, this week,in one of which,
that little wonder, Miss Vincent, performs.
Surrey — This evening, (first time) a terrific melo-drama, called
Der Freischutz ; or, the Demon of the Wolfs Glen, and the Seven
Charmed Bullets ! and the grand drama of The Burning Bridge.
Davis's Amphitheatre. — This evening, The Battle of Waterloo,
and Der Freischutz ; or, the Seven Charmed Bullets, being for thfe
Benefit of Mr. Davis, the Proprietor.
THE THEATRICAL OBSERVER,
COBURG THEATRE.— " GEORGE THE THIRD."
The John Bull of yesterday makes the following remarks on the
improper and ridiculous representation on the Cobourg stage of the
recently departed Monarch, and of living persons of the first note in
the kingdom. It says :
" We have devoted an extraordinary space in our Paper, to the
play-bili of the Coburg Theatre, because we think such a document
should not die the death of a common qfficthe, but on the contrary
should be always produceable, as an answer to those who choose to
complain of the restrictions of the press, or the curtailment of the
liberty of the subject.
" The performance is contemptible in the last degree; but that is
not the point to which we call attention — the miserable actors belong-
ing to the Coburg Theatre cannot be expected to personate nobility
and gentry, and the failure is only ridiculout — it is to the spirit of
this piece that we wish to attract public indignation. To see the pious
excellent George the Third — still fresh in our hearts and memories,
caricatured at such a place, and even profanely borne to heaven from
its stage — to see the reigning Monarch ridiculed by a stroller, and the
heir presumptive to the throne burlesqued by an equally miserable
bungler, are things which we expected not to see, and which ought
not to be seen. To justify our observations, we beg attention to the
bill, which, for ignorance, impudence, profanation, and absurdity
mingled, is perfectly unequalled, and deserves, as we propose to give
it, a perpetuity of execration. It is true, the suburban play-houses
are out of the jurisdiction of the Lord Chamberlain, but the magis-
trates, under whose licence these people act, should surely interfere,
to prevent violations of decency, and exhibitions of mingled falsehood
and profligacy like the Piece in question, which is disgraceful even to
the place at which it is exhibited."
Glasgow Theatre. — Miss Tree concluded a most successful en-
gagement on Saturday last, and was succeeded last night by the ce-
lebrated Mr. Sinclair and Miss Hallande. The play was The Ca-
binet.— Prince Orlando, by Mr. Sinclair, and Floretta, by Miss
Hallande. Mr. Sinclair was in most excellent voice — the " Beau-
tiful Maid/* was most rapturously encored, and '* .Wo more by sor-
row/* called for again with excessive enthusiasm. Miss Edmiston, a
very interesting and clever actress, dropped down in a fit, just as Mr.
Sinclair was about to commence " Oh ! lady, ne'er will I prove false
to thee," in consequence of which, that air was not sung : but " All's
Well," substituted for it, at a later period of the evening. Miss
Edjmiston's re-appearance elicited bursts of applause from an audience
that had previously manifested considerable sympathy.
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This Evening, (3rd time) a new Musical Drama, in 2 Acts, called
Tlie Frozen Lake.
The Grand Duke of Suabia, Mr BARTLEY,
Prince de Neubourg, Mr WRENCH,
Marq. de Valborn, Mr Perkins, Wilhelm, Mr Keele}-,
Count de Linsberg, Mr PEARMAN,
First Page, Mr Deering, Second Page, Mr. Henry,
Domesticks, Messrs Minton and Mr Povey,
Princess Louisa, Miss NOEL,
Baroness Matilda de Rosefelcl, Miss KELLY,
Countess de Walstein, Miss HENRY.
After which, (3rd time) a New Farce, called
onathan in England
Jonathan W. Doubikias, Mr MATHEWS,
Sir Leatherlip Grossfeeder, Mr BARTLEY,
Mr Ledger, (a Liverpool .Merchant) Mr. W. BENNETT,
Natty Larkspur, Mr KEELEY, Jemmy Larkspur, Mr TAYLEURE,
Mr Pclepierro, {an American Gentleman) Mr BROADHURST,
Tidy, Mr. SALTER, Butler to Sir L. Grossfeeder, Mr. MINTON,
Agamemnon, (Jonathan's Nigger) Mr SLOMAN,
Lady Grossfeeder, Mrs GROVE, Mary, Miss HOLDAWAY,
Blanch, (a Black Housemaid} Mrs. BRYAN,
Patty, Miss HENRY, Mrs Lemoo, Mrs TAYLEURE.
To conclude with A NEW FEATURE, the Musical Farce of
T OR MISS !
Dick Cypher, [steeped in the Follies of 1824, with a ripened Fancy,
and a brace of sporting Songs,) Mr MATHEWS,
O'Rourke O'Daisy, Mr POWER, Jerry Blossom, Mr RAYNER,
Adam Stirling, M*r W. BENNETT, Janus Jumhle, Mr BAKER,
Quill, Mr SALTER, Coachman, Mr MINTON,
John, Mr HENRY, Servants, Messrs, CAHILL & VAUGHAN,
Mrs Augusta Carolina Honeymouth, Mrs GROVE,
Clara Stirling, Miss HOLDAWAY, Dolly O'Daisy, Miss POVEY
To-morrow, The Frozen Lake, with Jonathan in England.
Cfjeatte &opal, l^a^JHatftet.
TliU Evening, Colman's Play of
THE AFRICANS
*
OrH War, Love, and Duty.
Farulho, Mr YOUNGER, Torribal, Mr JOHNSON,
Demba Sego Jalla, Mr POPE,
Mad i boo, Mr VINING, Selico, Mr COOPER,
Fetterwell, Mr WILLIAMS,
Marrowbone, Mr BARTLEY, Crver, Mr COATES,
Daucari, Mr W. JOHNSON,
Henry Augustus Mug, Mr LISTON,
Executioner, Mr C. JONES,
Darina, Miss BOYCE, Sutta, Mrs C. JONES,
Berissa, Mrs CHATTERLEY,
N
After which, the F arce of
Varnish, Mr W. JOHNSON, Tom, Mr HARLEY,
Captain Rambleton, Mr VINING,
Ellen, Madame VESTRIS, who will introduce
" In merry Carlisle lived a Lady fair "
Inthe course of the Piece, Madame VESTRIS, and Mr HARLEV,
will introduce the Comic Duet of
" WHEN A LITTLE FARM WE KEEP."
To conclude with the Comedy of
Love, Law, & Physic.
Dr. Camphor, Mr WILLIAMS,
Flexible, Mr HARLEY, Andrew, Mr WILKINSON
Captain Dan vers, Mr JOHNSON,
J. Brown, Mr BROUGH, Lubin Log, Mr LISTON
Coachman, Mr Ebsworth, Waiter, Mr C. Jones,
Mrs Hillary, Mrs GIB iS,
Laura, MrsGARRICK, Molly, Mrs COVENEY.
, — . ' ».
To-morrow, Sweethearts and Wives, with Teazing Made Easy, &c.
THE
Slteatvtral flMteerim* ;
AND
jDaili/ Bills of the Play.
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Ao. 865 Tuesday, Sept. 7, 1824. Priee hi.
* Our article respecting the performance of The Frozen Lake, on
Saturday night, was accidentally omitted yesterday ; and we shall
now content ourselves with reporting the representation of last night,
which was the third of the two new pieces. There is something: very
pleasing ahout The Frozen Lake — the story is exceedingly simple,
hut heing very dramatically carried on, and ably acted, and the music
hy Mr. Reeve and mi. "Watson, heing very appropriate, the whole-
proves agreeable. Miss Noel certainly improves — there are some of
her tones that have a peculiar plaintiveitess which communicates a sen-
sation like that we have felt amidst the romantic scenery of the High-
lands of Scotland, when the well-timed Voice of a female cottager has
risen to our mountain station from the dell beneath. Cockney ears
may not enter into our associations, and may laugh at them ; hut still
we feel there is a string of nature's melody touched by this young
ladv — it is a wild note, that reminds us of the days of bovish freedom
when all the world appeared to us like a wide romance. We do wish,
sincerely wish, that Miss Noel would closely adhere to the pathetic
and simple style — her forte evidently lies in that direction — bravura,
and all the difficulties of science she may attempt, but she will never
effect sufficient in that line of song to compensate for the abandon-
ment of pure unadorned melody, by which she can with ease reach
the feelings, and therefore command the warmest approbation. This
young lady has been said to sing somewhat in the style of Alias M.
Tree, and so she does : but there is a great difference between them
in point of tone. Each, however, can communicate great pathos to
their song, although Miss Tree is at present the most cultivated of
the two. Mr. Pearman acted well, and saug in a very pleasing man-
ner. Miss Kelly represents the character of the Baroness de Rose^
feld with great felicity of manner, giving her lessons of gallantry and
propriety to the camp-struck Prince, in a humorous yet delicate style
that could not but produce laughter. Mr. Wrench makes hit High-
ness the Prince de Neubourg, a little too inelegant, yet he is highly
comic bv means of his bustling humor. The Grand Duk* could not
have a better representative than Mr. Bartley, and Mr. Kexley
acted the ambitious little Gardner very laughably.
The adventures in England of Mr. Jonathan W. DoubUdns, fol-
lewed, and afforded the highest amusement, by dint of Mr. Mathews'*
THE THEATRICAL OBSERVER.
excellent representation of the Yankee. — Me was encored in one of
his songs. By the bye, in our article of yesterday regarding this
Theatre, the reader will be pleased to take notice that in the con-
cluding passage the word postillions was printed instead of politicians.
The word ajfiche in the same number, was also misprinted ajjicthe. —
In Hit or Jtfiss, Mr. Mathews was encored in his two sporting songs.
The house overflowed.
The Africans, Intrigue, and Love, Law, and Physic, were the
performances of last night. The first piece was ably acted in the
principal characters. Mr. Cooper, as Sclico, and Mrs. Chatterley^
as Berissa, supported the chief interest in a powerful manner. The
humor was in Mr. Liston's hands, and his Mug was as comic as
ever. He was encored " Won't ye, icon't ye.'* In Intrigue, Mr.
Harley and Madame Vestris were vehemently encored in the duct
of " When a little Farm we keep," — There was a good house. .
Surrey Theatre. — A new melo-drama, called Der Freischutz ;
or, the Demon of the Wolf's Glen and the Seven Charmed Bullets !
was produced here for the first time last night. The scenery was
beautiful. — The Incantation-sccne was really introduced in a style of
surpassing splendour. Owls flapping their wings — serpents hissing in
the air — shadows moving, and every concomitant of terror and dia-
bolism were summoned into requisition to give energy and effect to
this awful and impressive scene. It was given out for repetition
amidst great applause. — The house was crowded to excess.
Mr. Davis had his Benefit last night at the Amphitheatre, which
was excellently attended. The Battle of Waterloo, with Monsieur
Ducrow's celebrated Horsemanship, and Der FreUchutz were the
entertainments. During Mr. Ducrow's wonderful Feats, his horse
slackened his pace, and he fell with considerable force on his back :
the audience manifested considerable uneasiness, but fortunately he
was not severely hurt.
Among the forthcoming novelties at the Olympic, is a parodied
piece on Frankenstein, from the pen of Mr. Omera.
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Tliis Evening, (4th time) a new Musieal Drama, iu 2 Acts, called
The Frozen Lake.
The Grand Duke of Suabia, Mr BARTLEY,
Prince de Neubowrg, Mr WRENCH,
Marq* de Valborn, Mr Perkins, Wilbelm, Mr Keeley,
Count de Linsberg, Mr PEARMAN,
First Page, Mr Deerin^, Second Page, Mr. Henry,
Domesticks, Messrs Minton and Mr Povev,
Princess Louisa, Miss NOEL,
Baroness Matilda de RosefeW, Miss KELLY,
Countess de Walstein, Miss HENRY.
After which, (4th time) a New Farce, called
Jonathan in England
Jonathan W. Doubikins, Mr MATHEWS,
Sir Leatherlip Grossfeeder, Mr BARTLEY,
Mr Ledger, (a Liverpool Merchant) Mr. W. BENNETT,
Natty Larkspur, Mr KEELEY. Jemmy Larkspur, Mr TAYLEURE,
Mr Delepierro, (an American Gentleman') Mr BROADHURST,
Tidy, Mr. SALTER, Butler to Sir L. Grossfeeder, Mr. MINTON,
Agamemnon, (Jonathan's JVigger) Mr SLOMAN,
Lady Grossfeeder, Mrs GROVE, Mary, Miss HOLDAVVAY,
Blanch, (a Black Housemaid} Mrs. BRYAN,
Patty, Miss HENRY, Mrs Lemoo, Mrs TAYLEURE.
To conclude with A MEPT FEATURE, the Musical Farce of
HIT OR MISS !
Dick Cypher, [steeped in the Follies pf 1824, with a ripened Fancy,
and a brace of sporting Songs,) Mr MATHEWS,
O'Rourke O'Daisy, Mr POWER, Jerry Blossom, Mr RAYNER,
Adam Stirling, Mr W. BENNETT, Janus Jumble, Mr BAKER,
Quill, Mr SALTER, Coachman, Mr MINTON,
John, Mr HENRY, Servants, Messrs, CAHILL & VAUGHAN,
Mrs Augusta Carolina Honeymouth, Mrs GROVE,
Clara Stirling, Miss HOLDAWAY, Dolly O'Daisy, Miss POVEY
To-morrow, The Frozen Lake, with Jonathan in England.
eatif ftbpal, l&aptfjHaifcct.
ra
This Even id g, a Comic Piece, eall'd
Baron Piffleberjr, Mr WILLIAMS,
Frederick Baron Willinhurst, Mr VINING,
HansMolkuB, Mr WILKINSON,
Friz, Mr EBSWORTH, Waiter, Mr COATES.
Lady Brumback, Mrs WINDSOR,
Maria, Miss LOYE, with " JVo Joy without my Lovs.'
Sophia, Miss J. SCOTT.
After which, the favorite Operatic Comedy, called
Sweethearts
The Music composed and selected by
Messrs. Whitaker, Nathan, T. Cooke, and Perry.
Admiral Frankivn, Mr W. FARREN,
Billv Lackaday, Mr LISTON,
Sandford, Mr MELROSE, Curtis, Mr LEE.
Charles, Mr VINING,
: Eugenia, Miss CHESTER,
Mrs Bell, Mrs C. JONES, Susan, Mrs GARRICK
Laura, Madame VESTRIS.
To conclude with the Comedy of
e
s
9
LitiVant, Mr WILLIAMS,
Glow, worm, Mr VINING, Gammon, Mr HAELEY,
Peter Pastoral, [first time] Mr WILKINSON,
Mixem, Mr LEE, JDunny, Mr COATES,
Thomas, Mr Coveney, Countryman, Mr Ebsworth,
Mrs Teazer, Mrs WINDSOR,
Molly Mixem, Mrs HILL, Miss Manly, Mrs GIB^S
Miss Crumpton, Miss J. SCOTT,
Mrs Crumpton,JVIjssJ^
To-morrow, Matrimony, with The Marriage of Figaro, & X. Y. Z
THE
Sfttatrieal Obgwfm' ;
Daily Hills of the Play.
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" Nothing extenuate nor set down aught in malice."
No. 866 Wednesday, Sept. 8, 1824. Frfcfe It/.
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^ap^itiarhct Ztymttt.
There was a very crowded house here last night to see Of Age
To-morrow, Sweethearts and Wives, and the revived Comedy of
Teaztng made Easy. The two former pieces excited great mirth,
and were excellently acted. XV c have never mentioned Mr. Rarren's
performance of stdmiral Franklin, in Sweethearts and Wives ; but it
amply merits notice for great truth of colouring — both as respects
humor and feeling. The scene between him and Miss Chester, who
plays Eugenia charmingly, was admirably represented, and was
highly appreciated by the audience. Indeed, every character in this
operatic piece is ably sustained, and the usual broad laugh attended
Mr. Lisrox in his fascinating part of Billy Lackaday. His melan-
choly ditty was encored amidst shouts of laughter. Madame Yes-
tris was likewise encored in '* Why are you wandering" which she
gave with great richness of tone.
Teazing made Easy had not been acted for the last three years.—?
On the death of Mr. Tokely, who so comically represented Peter
Pastoral, there was no person at this theatre at all calculated to fill
the character ; and, also, there was not a fit representative for Gam-
mon, which part was written for and originally filled by Mr. Mathews.
These circumstances contributed to its being laid aside. It is a piece
that is generally likely to amuse when well acted. Its author is un-
derstood always to have wrote in a hurry, and was more attentive to
vivacity of dialogue than any great perfection in the conduct of his
pieces. He did not appear to wield the pen with any high ambition,
for dramatic fame from the light three-act comedies produced here for
several seasons, but his object seemed to be merely to present some
lively scenes in character with the usual representations of" the Little
Theatre." He was fortunate in having Tokely to fill two of the most
amusing characters he has sketched. The peculiar figure and man-
ner of the departed performer were exactly suited to Crockery anil
Peter Pastoral ; and it was a resemblence to him in some respects,
no doubt, that suggested the idea of Mr. Wilkinson playing the latter
character last night. In point of figure Mr. W. is not unlike Tokely,
but his features, and his style are quite different. Mr. VVilkinsun's
humor is of a much too quiet nature — he curbs himself too much;
and, therefore, does not always reach the point that might bs ex-
petted. However, he represented Peter with considerable sue&ess,
fHE THEATRICAL OBSERVER.
and created much laughter by his rural enthusiasm, even in his admi-
ration of the view adorned by the pig-stye and the smoking dunghill—
7 how werey rural." Mr. Harley, as Gammon, was highly enter-
taining. He made many points, and altogether gave a most complete
picture of the active impudent Barrister's clerk. The other charac-
ters were very well sustained. Mrs. T. Hill, as Miss Teazer, was as
like a boarding-school young lady reduced a to hedge ale-house-keep-
er's daughter as could well be conceived ; and Mrs. Gibbs made Miss
Manley as doubtful in point of sex as manners could effect. The
whole went off very pleasantly.
A crowded audience again were delighted by the performances
which are to be represented also, this evening. The new musical drama,
and Jonathan's Adventures, are likely to have the run of the season.
Miss Paton and Mr. Pearman will, to-morrow, for the first time,
sustain the characters of Agnes and Rodolph in Der Freischutz.
Mr. Abbott, late of Covent Garden Theatre, the new Lessee of
the Dublin Theatre, under Mr. H. Harris, is now in London, and is
reported to have engaged some of the most brilliant Metropolitan
Stars, for the opening of his first campaign.
The Bristol Theatre, under the management of the elder MACREAny*
last week presented a considerable portion of novelty and talent, in
the accession of not less than five London actors of acknowledged
ability : — Messrs. Archer, Thompson, Gattie, Ellar, and Paulo.
The Plays for the week were Pizarro, Jane Shore, The Castle Spec-
tre, The Stranger, and The Point of Honour : the three first named
gentlemen performing the principal characters. A Pantomime fol-
lowed, which served to display the graceful and unrivalled agility of
Ellar, as Harlequin, and the broad humor aud numerous disastors
of Paulo, as Clown, in the personation of which motley hero he is
considered second only to the celebrated Grimaldi himself.
That delightful actress and charming vocalist, Miss M. Tree, ap-
peared at the Manchester Theatre on Saturday, in her favorite cha-
racter of Clari, in The Maid of Milan, and deservedly obtained the
highest applause of an admiring audience. She was ably supported
by Mr. Blanchard, who sustained the part of Rolamo in the most
pathetic and effective style. The afterpiece was The Libertine. —
Zerlina was, of course, played by Miss Tree, with all her wonted
excellence.
Miss Foote — We understand that the rumoured marriage of this
lady with Mr. Haines is put off sine die.
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This Evening, a new Musical Drama, called
^
o
Lake
The Grand Duke of Suabia, Mr BARTLEY,
Prince tie Neuboura-, Mr WRENCH,
larq. de Valborn, Mr Perkins, Wilhelm, Mr Keeley*
Count de Linsber»\ Mr FEARMAN,
First Page, Mr Deerinp^ Second Page, Mr. Henry,
Domesticks, Messrs Minton and Mr Povey,
Princess Louisa, Miss NOEL,
Baroness Matilda de Rosefeld, Miss KELLY,
Countess de Walstein, Miss HENRY.
After which, (5th ticae) a New Farce, called
ii In Englai
Jonathan W. Doubikins, Mr MATHEWS,
Sir Leatherlip Grossfeeder, Mr BARTLEY,
Mr Lodger, (a Liverpool .Merchant) Mr. W. BENNETT,
Natty Larkspur, Mr KEELEY, Jemmy Larkspur. Mr TAYLEURE,
Mr Dclepierfo, (an American Gentleman) Mr BROADHURST,
Tidy, Mr. SALTER., Butler to Sir L. Grossfeeder, Mr. MINTON,
Agamemnon, (Jonathan 's Nigger) Mr SLOMAN,
Lady Grossfeeder, Mrs GROVE, Mary, Miss HOLD 1 WAY,
Blanch, (a Black Housemaid) Mrs. BRYAN,
Patty, Miss HENRY, Mrs LemoD, Mrs TAYLEURE.
■Bin
To conclude with A XEJV FEATURE, the Musical Farce of
MISS !
Dick Cypher, [Steeped in the Follies of 1824, with a ripened Fancy,
and a brace of sporting Songs,) Mr MATHEWS,
O'Rourke O'Daisy. Mr POWER, Jerry Blossoaa, Mr RAYNER,
Adam Stirling, Mr W. BENNETT, Janus Jumble, Mr BAKER,
. Quill, Mr SALTER, Coachman, Mr MINTON,
John, Mr HENRY, Servants, Messrs, CAHII.L & VAUGHAN,
Mrs Augusta Carolina Honevmouth, Mrs GROVE,
Clara Stirling, Miss HOLDAWAY, " Dolly O'Daisy, Miss POVEY
To- morrow, Der Freischutz, &c.
This Evening, the musical Farce of
Captain Galliard, Mr JOHNSON,
Neddy Bray, Mr LISTON,
Roscius Alldross, Mr HARLEY,
Grubbleton, Mr LEE, Doddle, Mr COATES,
Ralph Hempseed, Mr W. WEST,
Maria, Miss J. SCOTT, Bettv, Mrs COYENEY,
Mrs Mouser, Miss BOYCE,
Dora Mumwell, Mrs C. JONES.
6
After which, the Opera of The
mage 01 jpigaro.
Count Almaviva, Mr YINING,
Fiorello, MrHUCKEL, Basil, Mr BROUGH,
Figaro, Mr LISTON, Antonio, Mr WILKINSON,
Cherubino, [the Pa-e] Mrs CHATTERLEY,
Notary, Mr EBSWORTH, Sebastian, Mr MOORE.
Principal Dancers, Mr Sullivan, & Miss Colson,
who will dance A SPANISH BOLERO.
Tfie Chorus&es and Dances by Messrs. Caulfield, Latham, Hemes,
Keueh, Saunders, Guischard, Gouriet, Austin, &c.
Mcssdias. Coveney, Kendall, Hunt, Ebsworth, Wood, W. John son 3 *
M. Bates, O'Brian, Shotter, Gilman, Bert rand, &c.
Countess Almaviva, Mrs GARRICK,
Barbarina, Mrs C. JONES,
Susanna, [1st time] Madame YESTRIS,
Marcellina, Mrs COYENEY.
To conclude with the Comic Piece of
NY.
Baron cle Limber-, Mr YOUNGER,
Delaval, Mr. YINING, O'Cloghorty, Mr LEE,
Sentinels, Messrs C. Jones, andCoates,
Clara, Mrs CHATTERLEY,
To-morrow, Married and Single, with No Song no Supper, &c.
THE
fmUrical ©Ii^eriiev ;
AND
Daily Mills of the Flay.
" Nothiug extenuate nor set down aught in malice."
No. 867 Thursday, Sept. 9 1824. Price Id.
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A numerous Slid elegant audience attended this Theatre last night,
to witness its popular round of entertainments. The new drama of
rrhe Frozen Lake possesses considerable interest, from its striking
situations and variety of incidents. It was performed with great
ability. Miss Kully, Mr. Wrench, Mr. Bartley, &c. particularly
distinguished themselves in their respective parts. — The piece was
much applauded throughout. Mr. Mathews, as the renowned Jo-
nathan W. Donbikins, " poked" his fun and drollery in all, in his
usual " genuine" style, to the audience's hearty enjoyment, and con-
cluded the amusements of the evening as Dick Cypher, hi which he was
loudly applauded, and encored in his Sporting Songs.
Miss Paton was announced to appear here this evening in the part
of Agnes, in the new Opera of Der Freischuiz, amidst general ap-
probation.
We understand that the two highly successful new pieces hero of
The Frozen Lake, and Jonathan in England, are to be acted four
times a week, and I)cr FreiscJiutuz, on the Thursdays and Salur-
days. — A new musical Farce is in rehearsal.
©ap^iiarftrt -€$eatrc»
That mirth-creating Farce, X, Y, Z, was the first on the list of
pieces here last night Mr. Listom's JVcddy Bray is, almost without
exception, the most laughable of his performances. His scenes with
Mrs. Mouscr at the coffee-house, and with Dora Mitmwell, are of a
nature to move the muscles of the most austere. This Farce can only be.
acted where Mr.LisTox is to be found ; and thus, although, it has been
long in the possession of the Proprietors of Covent Garden Theatre,
by purchase, it may be said to be the property of this comic gentle-
man, who, wherever he acts, alone confers the power of its being re-
presented. M r.. Ha rle y, in Roscius Alldross, was highly entertain-
ing ; he contrives always to make every secondary character he as-
sumes of more importance than was calculated. Thus, last night, he
shared very considerably with Mr. Lisxox, in creating the laughter
and applause bestowed on X, Y, Z.
The Marriage of Figaro followed, in which Madame Vestris ap-
peared as Susanna. Her charming powers of voice,, and arch style
THE THEATRICAL OBSERVER.
of acting, commanded that applause which was so generally and warmly
bestowed. With fine qualities of voice, she is not, however, equal te
her predecessor in the character, Miss Patox. Madame Vestrib is
never so much admired as in songs where but little scientific ornament
is required : her full rich tones are best suited to simple melody or
playful cadence. Her present attempt was in many instances highly
delightful.
In the last piece, Matrimony, Mr. VrNiNG and Mrs, Chatterley
supported the characters of the husband and wife with excellent
effect. — A numerous and fashionable audience retired greatly enter-
tained.
Mr. W. Farren is to appear in the character of Lord Ogleby, in
The Clandestine Marriage on Saturday.
A new Farce, in two acts, entitled 'Twould Puzzle a Conjuror!
will be produced on Saturday next. It is said Mr. John Poole is the
author.
Drurv Lane Theatre. — The above .theatre is undergoing con-
siderable repairs, and, according to report, from the extensive alter-
ations and embellishments which will take place, the public may ex-
pect to see almost a new theatre by the commencement of the season.
No less than 20 additional carpenters were set to work in the theatre,
yesterday, and the number of artists employed to exercise their ge-
nius for the amusement of the public is comparatively as great. —
British Press.
Surrey. — This Theatre was numerously attended last night, to
see D'er Freischutz and The Burning Bridge, which were excellently
acted. At the commencement of the last piece an apology was made
for Mr. RowBOTHAai, who was taken suddenly ill.— Mr. Young under-
took his character, and performed it very well.
Davis's Amphitheatre. — The Battle of Waterloo, and Der Frei-
schutz, continue to attract greatly.
Sadler's Wells. — The performances here are Harlequin Faggot
Maker, Disguises, and Abdellac the Terrific, which are calculated
to please in the highest degree.
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Mr. Bullock's Exhibitions of Ancient and Modern Mexico, presenting a
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This Evening, the Comedy of
Married and Single
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Beau Shatterlv, Mr W. FARREN,
Bickerton, Mr POPE, Mel ford, Mr COOPER,
Ferret, Mr. W. WEST, Captain O'Rapper, Mr LEE,
Scamper, Mr VINING. Servant, Mr MOORE,
Officer, MrC. JONES, Mr Crarmvell, MrCOVENEY,
Mrs Bickerton, Mrs GLOVER.
Mrs Shatterlv, Mrs C. JONES, Fannv, Mrs T. HILL,
Mrs Cram well, Mrs COVEN EY.
After which, the favorite Operatic Comedy, called
Sweethearts & Wives.
The Mu sic composed mid selected ty
Messrs. Whitaker, Nathan, T. Cooke, and Perrv.
Admiral Franklvn, Mr W. FARREN,
Billv Lackadav, Mr LTSTON,
Sandford, Mr MELROSE, Curtis, Mr LEE,
Charles, Mr VINING,
Eugenia, Miss CHESTER,
Mrs Bell, Mrs C. JONES, Susan, Mrs GARRICK,
Laura, Madame VESTRIS.
To conclude with the Musical Farce of
No Song no Supper
Robin, Mr HARLEY,
Frederick, Mr MELROSE, Crop, Mr HUCKEL,
Endless, Mr WILKINSON,
Thomas, Mr EBSWORTH, William, Mr BROUGH
Maro-aretta, [1st time] Miss PARRY,
Louisa, Mrs GARRICK, Dorothv, Mrs C. JONES,
Nellv, Mrs T. HILL,
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To-morrow, The Young Qnaker, with Two Strings to Your Bow> &e
CI>e stie l\o|>ai, €n$wl) <£peva House ♦
gMMT^TK^y^ag^gi^T^gs^ ^iujg-tA .Tajzaa
This Evening a Musical Performance, entitled
reischutz s
9
Or, «Ae SEVENTH MULLET/
Kuno, [Ranger of the Forest'] Mr HARTLEY,
Rodolph, [a Huntsman] Mr PEARMAN,
Ottocar, Mr PERKINS, "Killian, Mr TAYLEURE,
Casper, (a Huntsman J Mr BENNETT,
Zamiel, (Spirit of the Forest) Mr J. COOPER,
Rollo, [a Huntsman] Mr II. PHILLIPS,
Huntsmen, Mess. Henry, J. Bland, Lodge.
Ann, Miss POYEY,
Agnes, (Kano's Daughter) Miss PATON,
( Her First Appearance at this Theatre.')
Witch of the Wolf's Glen, Mrs BRYAN,
Bridesmaids, Misses Boden, Henrv, Holdawaj'-,
M. Nicol, Southwell, & Mrs J. Weippert.
Yageas, Villagers, by Mess, Burden, Buxton, Cahill
Collier, Gallagher, Lodge, Sanders, Shaw, &c.
Mesdames W. Bennet, Jerrold, Lodge, &c.
A German Waltz, by Misses Romer, Griffiths, Vials,
Reid. Wells, Vine, Mess. Bowman, & Willis.
After wliieh, a new Musical Drama, called
The Frozen Lake,
Tbe Grand Duke of Suabia, Mr BARTLEY,
Prince de Neubourg, Mr WRENCH,
Marq. de Valborn, Mr Perkins, Wilhelm, Mr Keeley,
Count de Linsberg, Mr PEARMAN,
First Page, Mr Deering, Second Page, Mr. Henry,
Domesticks, Messrs Minton and Mr Povev,
Princess Louisa, Miss NOEL,
Baroness Matilda de Rosefeld, Miss KELLY,
Countess de Walstein, Miss HENRY.
Te-morror, The Frozen Lake, with Jonathan in England.
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The first appearance hero of Miss Paton naturally attracted a nu-
merous audience, who were desirous to hear her execute Weber's fine
music. Following Miss Stephens in the character of Jlgnes, in Uer
Freischutz, it might be supposed that we would indulge in a critical
contrast of the several powers of these delightful vocalists : hut such
is not our intention, because it is a very useless and ungracious task
to draw contrasts ; but particularly so where the difference of style is
so great, as to give each a due and equal weight with persons of difter-
eut tastes. Miss Paton's forte is in the execution of difficult and
brilliant passages, and in the sce?ia she shone forth with uncommon
lustre in many of its most elaborate points. In the long and difficult
song of " Before my eyes beheld him," she gave striking exemplifica-
tions of this excellence, which were felt and duly appreciated by the
audience. The Rodolph of Mr. Pearman was also a most respectable
performance ; and though he could not enter the lists as a competitor
with him who is admitted to reign in the musical world without a ri-
val, the propriety of his action, the advantages of his appearance,
and his general professional powers, made h'im an excellent represen-
tative of the German forester. The duet between him and Agnes t
immediately before the trial shot, was executed with great beauty and
effect, and was loudly and deservedly applauded. The Opera seems
still to maintain that general interest, and to command that attention,
which it first excited. The musical drama of The Frozen Lake fol-
lowed.
^ap^matftct Cjfjeatrc.
•Married and Single, Sweethearts and Wives, and No Song no
Supper, were the performances of last night. In the first piece Mr.
W, Farren, Mr. Cooper, Mr. West, and Mr. Vining, were highly
amusing, as were also Mrs. Glover and Mrs. C. Jones, as Mrs,
Bicker ton, and Mrs. Shatterly. Sweethearts and Wives, was acted
in its usual excellent manner, and was received throughout with great
applause. In the latter piece a Miss Parry made her first appear-
ance, in the character of Margaretta, and was received with con-
liderahle approbation. Mr. Harlev, as Robin, and Mr. Wilkinson,
as Endluf, were highly amusing. — The houie was full.
THE THEATRICAL OBSERVER.
The Surrey, Sadler's Wells, and Davis's Amphitheatre, were
well attended last night.
Mr. Young, the admirable tragedian, arrived in town on Wednes-
day, from Paris.
The frequenters of the upper galleries in Dublin and London Thea-
tres are called the Gods $ in Paris the upper regions is termed le
Paradis.
The Comedy of The Clandestine Marriage is to be performed at
the Haymarket Theatre to-morrow, with Mr. W. Farrex, as Lord
Ogleby, and Miss Chester, as Fanny.
Theatricals. — In a small town on the south coast of Fife, an iti~
nerant band of players have boon performing for the last ten days.—-
Finding their success not yory ^eat, they resolved to decamp ; in
order to obtain a full house on the last night of acting (which was the
tragedy of Macbeth'), they caused the bellman, who went through the
town to announce the play, to state, that those who were not pleased
with the performance, would get back their money after it was over.
The bellman, however, was a bit of a wag, for after calling out what
we have stated, in an audible voice, he added, in an under tone, by
way of caution to his fellow-citizens, " But, Sirs, it's ill takin' aits
frae geese." — Edinburgh Courant.
Brighton Theatre. — Mrs. Orger took her benefit, and closed her
engagement on Monday night, with the Comedy of Jl Bold Stroke for
a Husband, in which she performed the part of Olivia in her usual ad-
mirable manner. Miss Poole and Miss Parrock also played delight-
fully, as Victoria and Marcellina. P, Q, with the burlesque of Qua-
drupeds, followed. In the latter, Mr. J. Reeve played Abrahamades
with great spirit, and introduced imitations of Kean and Macready,
that were much applauded. Burlesque is evidently this actor's forte,
and we shall hope to see pieces of this kind repeated. Mrs. Orger
performed the part of Titilinda very excellently, and we are sorry to
have lost so good an actress. The Opera of The English Fleet, and
Humfustian, were performed last night, for the benefit of Mr. Foster,
Mr. T. Cooke performing the part of Valentine. The celebrated
Opera of Der Freischutz is getting up here with all its original splen-
dour, and will be under the superintendance of Mr. T. Cooke, of the
Theatre Royal, Drury Lane, who will perform in the piece. The
Band will be led by Mr. Mountain, late leader at the Theatre jSoyal,
Coyent Garden, and English Opera House.
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F»nn's Fancy Glass-working Exhibition, in Miniature. Displaying the
whole Art of Modelling, Blowing, and Working — 161, Strand.
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This Evehing, O'Keefe's Comedy of
The Young Quaker
OldSadbov, Mr W. JOHNSON,
Chronicle, Mr W. FARREN, Clod, Mr LISTON,
Youiur Sad boy, Mr YINING,
Lounge, Mr COVENEY, Goliah, Master Tokeley,
Spatterdash, MrHARLEY,
Captain Ambush, Mr JOHNSON, Twig, Mr Coates,
Shadrach, Mr WILLIAMS,
Ladv Rounceval, Mrs WINDSOR,
Pink, Mrs GIBBS, Mrs Miliefleur, Mrs KENDALL,
Dinah Primrose, Miss CHESTER.
Araminta, Miss LOVE, who will introduce
" It was a Lover and his Lass"
After which, the Comic Piece, called
INTRIGUU
Captain Rambleton, Mr YINING,
Varnish, Mr W. JOHNSON, Tom, Mr HARLEY,
Ellen, Madame VESTRIS,
To conclude with the Farce of TWO
trillffS to W0ME BoWt
Lazarillo, Mr LISTON,
Octavio, Mr JOHNSON, Don Saneho, Mr LEE,
Don Pedro, Mr YOUNGER,
Ferdinand, Mr YINING, Borachio, Mr WILLIAMS,
Donna Clara, Madame VESTRIS,
Leonora, Mrs T. HILL.
To-morrow, The Clandestine Marriage, with (first time) 'Twould *
Puzzle a Conjuror ! and Lovers' Quarrels.
Cfnatre l\opal, Cngltsf) (^perafpouse.
TUis Evening, a new Musical Drama, called
The Frozen Lake.
The Grand Duke of Suabia, Mr HARTLEY,
Prince de Neubourg, Mr WRENCH,
Marq. de Valborn, Mr Perkins, Wilhelm, Mr Keeley,
Count de Linsberg, Mr PEARMAN,
First Page, Mr Deering, Second Page, Mr. Henry,
Domesticks, Messrs Mi n ton and Mr Povey,
Princess Louisa, Miss CARR,
Baroness Matilda de Rosefeld, Miss KELLY,
Countess de Walstein, Miss HENRY.
After which, (Glli time) a New Farce, called
Jonathan in England
Jonathan W. Doubikins, Mr MATHEWS,
Sir Leatherlip Grossfecder, Mr BARTLEY,
Mr Ledger, (a Liverpool Merchant) Mr. \V. BENNETT,
Natty Larkspur, Mr KEELEY, Jemmy Larkspur, Mr TAYLEURE,
Mr DelepierrQ, {an American Gentleman) Mr BROADHURST,
Tidy, Mr. SALTER, Butler to Sir L. Grossfeeder, Mr. MINTON,
Agamemnon, (Jonathan's Nigger) Mr SLOMAN,
Lady Giossfeeder, Mrs GROVE, Mary, Miss HOLDAWAY,
Blanch, {a Black Housemaid) Mrs. BRYAN,
Patty, Mist HENRY, Mrs LeinoD, Mrs TAYLEURE.
To conclude with A MEPF FEATURE, the Musical Farce of
HIT OS MISS !
Pick Cypher, [steeped in the Follies of 1824, with a ripened Fancv,
and a brace of sporting Songs,) Mr MATHEWS,
O'Rourke O'Daisy, Mr POWER, Jerry Blossom, Mr RAYNER,
Adam Stirling, Mr W. BENNETT, Janus Jumble, Mr BAKER,
Quill, Mr SALTER, Coachman, Mr MINTON,
Jehn, Mr HENRY, Servants, Messrs, CAHILL & VAUGHAN,
Mrs Augusta Carolina Honevmouth, Mrs GROVE,
Clara Stirling, Miss HOLDA WAY, ' Dolly O'Daisy, Mi ss POVEY
To-morrow, Dei Freischutz, Uc.
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Thk interesting performance of The Frozen Lake, and of Mr,
Mathews, as Jonathan in England, and as Dick Cypher, gave am-
ple entertainment last night, to an overflowing audience. The manager
"of this pleasant Theatre has shewn his power to hit the public taste,
or attract their curiosity, by the good quality and varied nature of
his representations. The pieces of last evening were of a light and
highly comic character : those of to-night combine musical excellence,
and powerful interest. Miss Patox, who appears for the- second time
as Agnes, in Dcr Frcischutz, communicates the finest effect to some
parts of the music allotted to her ; particularly to the sound which is
sung hi the chamber opening to the moon-light view. We beg to draw
particular attention to the brilliant manner in which she executes some
of the passages in this difficult song. Mr. Pearman, it will be seen,
has Mr. Braham's late character, and he supports it in a highly cre-
ditable manner.
In The Frozen Lake, Miss Carr has taken Miss Noel's character,
in consequence, we are sorry to say, of the indisposition of the latter.
Miss Carr does not sing; but sustains the part very agreeably.
Three of the most amusing pieces were excellently acted here last:
night, viz. The Young Quaker, Intrigue, and Two Strings to your
Bow. We have hardly ever entered this theatre in the midst of the
performances, without the Ha ! ha ! ha's ! of the audience meeting our
ears as we hastily ascended to our seat. And rarely have we passed the
threshold of the box without feeling our physiognomy considerably
shortened, and a violent inclination come upon us to join chorus with
those whose lungs were crowing at the humors of the passing scene.
Except at the late representation of that black affair, The Africans,
(Jlr.JIIug not being visible) we know of no piece being performed
here this season, which has not tended to invigorate existence by pro-
moting that flow of spirits so necessary to health. We once before
took the liberty of suggesting to the physicians to prescribe to their
nervous and hypochondriacal patients a dose or two of " the Little
Theatre" in the Havmarket ; and as we find the medicine still retains
its virtues, we again intreat the attention thereto of the learned
faculty. Madame Vestkis last night suffered under a severe cold,—
There was an excellent hous&
THE THEATRICAL OBSERVER.
Newcastle Theatre. — On Friday evening, being the last night of
performance under the present management, and for the benefit of
Mr. De Camp, the new Comedy of Charles the Second was represented
by desire and under the patronage of Col. Teesdale, and the officers
of the 1st Dragoon Guards. The characters of King Charles, Ror
Chester, Captain Copp, and Mary, were sustained by Messrs. De
Camp, Carter, Butler, and Mrs. Brudexell. — After the Play, Mr.
De Camp stepped forward, as manager, and delivered his Farewell
Address ; which intimated, that from the great losses he had met
with, it would be impossible for him to continue in the management
of the theatre. IVlr. De Camp had not withdrawn mors than a minute
or two, when he returned, and observed, " J must again trespass on
your indulgence, ladies and gentleman. It was with great regret, from
the many kindnesses you have shewn me, that I took my parting leave
of you — but at the moment I left the stage, an act the most black,
unmanly, and treacherous I ever experienced in my life, was committed
towards me. I have this instant been arrested, and I shall therefore
be under the painful necessity of disappointing you, by not appearing
in the afterpiece agreeably to the announcement. T am unable to per-
form, because I am in custody. You will be anxious so know at whose
suit, and I shall not hesitate to mention to you the names of the per-
sons who have treated me in this manner. The person who has made
the arrest is Mr. Armstrong, the solicitor, and it is at the suit of
Mr. Clayton, the timber merchant. Yet I am thus shamefully treated,
arrested at a moment when I am quite unprepared to offer bail, though
I was to be met with at any hour of the day. I saw this very Mr.
Armstrong the day before yesterday, and he then faithfully promised
me, as a man and as a gentleman, that he would be satisfied if the
debt was paid by the first of November. Ladies and Gentleman, I
have to apologise to you for thus troubling you, but I could not avoid
it from the circumstances in which I was placed." — (A peal of groans
then followed. — Hisses loud and long, from all parts of the house,
were directed against the persons who had given rise to these remarks
from Mi. De Camp.) J. G. Clarke, Esq. stepped out from the boxes,
and with a noble spirit of generosity released the manager from his
dilemma by giving the bailiff his word that he would see the money
paid. On the following morning- the debt, which, we understand, was
under £30. was discharged by the same gentleman. Mr. Butler,
hefore the interlude of Three Weeks after Marriage, commenced,
stepped forward and said, " Ladies and Gentlemen, all has been set-
tled, and the performances will proceed to your entire satisfaction."
Ob Mr. De Camp's appearance in Sweethearts and Wives, which con-
cluded the evening's entertainments, he was received with great and
long continued applause. He came forward and observed, that he
had been relieved from his embarrassed situation by the kindness and
generosity of his friends, who had crowded round him with their offers
•f assistance. "
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This Evening the Cotaedy of The
Clandestine Marriage
Lord Oglebv, Mr W. FARREN,
Sterling, Mr WILLIAMS, Brush, Mr HARLEY,
Sir John Melville, Mr VINING,
Lovewell, Mr COOPER, Canton, Mr WEST,
Serjeant Flower, Mr YOUNGER,
Traverse, Mr COVENEY, Servant, Mr COATES,
Truman, Mr W. JOHNSON,
Mrs Heidelberg, Mrs WINDSOR,
Miss Sterling, Mrs GIBBS, Betty, Mrs C. JONES,
Fanny, (1st time) Miss CHESTFR.
Chambermaid, Miss Wood, Trusty, Mrs Keisdall,
After which, (ls£ time) a nsw Farce called
'Twonld Puzzle a Conjuror !
Peter Czar of Muscovy, Mr COOPER,
Peter Stanmitz, Mr HARLEY,
Van Dander, Mr LISTON, Van Block, Mr LEE,
Admiral Varensloff, Mr W. JOHNSON,
Baron Von Clump, Mr YOUNGER,
Officer, Mr C.JONES. Waiter, Mr COATES,
Count de Marville, Mr COVENEY,
Bertha, Mrs CHATTERLEY.
To conclude with
Lovers' Quarrels,
Sancho, Mr W. WEST,
Carlos, Mr JOHNSON, Lopez, Mr EBS WORTH,
Leonora, Mrs. W. CLIFFORD,
Jacintha, Mrs GIBBS.
On Monday, Sweethearts and Wives, &c.
Cfn atre l\o|>ai, digits!) #pera potter
Ty>k Kveaitig' a Musical Performance, #»t:tlea
ejr Freischutz ;
Or, the SEVENTH BULLET/
Kuno, [Ranger of the Forest'] Mr BARTLEY,
Rodolph, [a Huntsman] Mr PEARMAN,
Ottocar, Mr BAKER, Kil ian, Mr TAYLEURE,
Casper, ( a Huntsman,) Mr BENNETT,
Zamiel, (Spirit of the Forest) Mr J. COOPER,
Rollo, [a Huntsman] Mr M. PHILLIPS,
Huntsmen, Mess. Henry, J. Bland, and Lodge.
Agnes, (Kuno's Daughter) Miss PATON,
Ann, MissPOVEY,
Witch of the Wolfs Glen, Mrs BRYAN,
Bridesmaids, Misses Boden, Henry, Holdaway,
M. Nicol, Southwell, & Mrs J. Weippert.
Yageas, Villagers, by Mess, Burden, Buxton, Cahilf
Collier, Gallagher, Lodge, Sanders, Shaw, &e.
Mesdames W. Bennet, Jerrold, Lodge, &c.
A German Waltz, by Misses Romer, Griffiths, Vials,
Reid. Wells, Vine, Mess. Bowman, & Willis.
After which the Musical Entertainment of
GRETNA GREEN
The Music principally composed by Mr Reeve.
Lord Lovewell, Mr J. BLAND, Mr Jenkins, Mr WRENCH,
Mr Torakins, Mr W. BENNETT, Larder, Mr POWER,
Waiters, Postillions, Messrs Henry, Lodge, &c.
Emily, Miss POVEY, Betty Finikin, Miss KELLY.
Of, Monday, The Frozen. Lake, with Jonathan in England.
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No. 870 Monday, Sept. 13, 1824. Price lei.
On Saturday night, that extraordinary drama of interest and fin©
music, Der Freischutz> was again presented to a most numerous au-
dience; and Miss Raton, for the second time, supported the character
of JlgneSy in which she had another opportunity of displaying her
fine voice, and that highly cultivated style which place her amongst
our leading vocalists. On the occasion in question, she met with all
that warmth of approbation which her professional and private qua-
lities entitle her to. Mr. Pearmax ably executed the music allotted
to him in the character formerly sustained by Mr. Braitam. This
gentleman always displays a very pleasing taste in his songs, and
therefore, although his voice does not conquer all the difficulties of
some musical compositions, yet he gratifies in no common degree, and
particularly in a small theatre. The Overture arid the fine ckprussf's,
in this operatic drama, are uncommonly well executed, both by the
iuatrumental and vocal department, and received corresponding marks
of approbation from the audience, who likewise did not omit to reward
in that manner the efforts of Miss Fovev, and of Mr. H. Phillips.
In the Farce of Gretna Green, Miss Kelly and Mr. Wrench created
the highest entertainment by their personation of Mistress Betty
Finikin, and the Gentleman's Gentleman.
I^a^marfect €$eatrc.
The Comedy of The Clandestine Marriage was the first of the
performances on Saturday evening. Mr. W. Farrex's Lord Qglehj
was the chief attjactio» of the piece, and an admirably acted cha-
racter it was. He first attained public notice in this part, and ever
since has reigned triumphantly in the lordly valetudinarian, atid in all
the other aged imbeciles of the stage. Miss Chester played Fanny
in a most interesting manner. Mrs. Gibbs represented Miss Sterling
rery well ; and, indeed the whole Comedy was excellently performed.
A new Farce was afterwards pioduced under the title of ' Tivould
Puzzle a Conjuror. This piece, which we think is taken from a French
drama, is founded entirely on the adventure of the celebrated Czar
Peter of Russia, who intent on promoting the naval greatness of his
country, came in disguise, and worked as a common ship-carpenter in
the Dock Yard of Sardam in Holland. The circumstance, coming
to the knowledge of the Dutch, the German, and French governments,
each sends an ambassador with secret instructions to discover the
Monarch, and endeavour to form a treaty offensive and defensive with
THE THEATRICAL OBSERVER.
him, in opposition to the views of the other powers. The humor and
puzzling part of the affair arises out of the difficulty of discover-
ing Peter. For it happens there are many Peters in the dock-yard ;
and Mynheer Van Dunder, the burgomaster of Sardam, is a person
of very confused intellect, and moreover cannot read the instructions
sent him. At length it is discovered there are but two foreign Peters,
one of whom, of course, is the Czar, known a9 Peter Micheloff, or
some such name, and the other Peter Stanmitz, a deserter from a
Muscovite regiment. Many cross purposes, obscurities, and comical
blunders arise to perplex the poor Burgomaster, who is at last con-
vinced that Peter Stanmitz is the Czar ; and hence some amusing si-
tuations arise, until all the Ambassadors and the wise Van Dunder
are undeceived by the Czar himself. This Farce was pleasantly acted,
particularly by Mr. Listox, Mr. Harlev, and Mr. Cooper, who had
the chief business in their keeping, and the audience, which was one
of the most elegant and crowded of the season, gave it their fial of
approbation. It struck us, however, that the Czar's final discovery
of himself was not well accounted for, after his anxiety and alarm for
his escape through the embargo which had been laid on the shipping
of the Port.
Mr. Ducrow takes his Benefit this evening at the Amphitheatre.
It is rumoured that the English Opera-House will be appropriated
next winter to performances entirely foreign to its original purposes.
In other words, it is conjectured that Italian Operas will take place
in that Theatre twice a week during the season, and that the Italian
company will perform on alternate nights with Mr. Mathews.
-Miss Isabella Paton took her benefit at Tunbiidge Wells Theatre,
on Friday se'night, as Lady Teazle, the first time. — This young lady
had appeared at Drury Lane, for the last two weeks of the season,
chiefly in Mrs. Jordan's characters, with, perhaps, more success than
has been obtained since the time of that eminent performer, especially
considering the lateness of the season. — With the exception of small
imperfections, incident to early youth, short experience, and a first
performance of so arduous a part, Miss I. Paton's Lady Teazle fully
justifies the high reputation which her Letitia Hardy and other cha-
racters have justly piocured. We are inclined to agree with the Lon-
don critics, in considering this young lady the first in our recollection
who has possessed, in an eminent degree, the styles of both Miss Far-
ren and Mrs. Jordan ; her gracefulness and animation in the former,
and her rich and original humor in the latter being equally above or-
dinary pretensions — Brighton Herald.
Mr. Kean is engaged to perform at Limrick for a £cw nights.-—
There being no theatre in that city, the assembly-room is being fitted
up for a theatrical company.
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This Evening, a ©omic Piece, eall'd
BLUE DEVILS.
Megrim, Mr COOPER, Deniisou, Mr WILLIAMS,
Bailiff, Mr EBSWORTH, James, Mr WEST,
Annette, Miss LOVE.
After which, the favorite Operatic Comedy, called
Sweethearts & Wives.
The Music composed and selected by
Messrs. Whitaker, Nathan, T. Cooke, and Perry.
Admiral Franklyn, Mr W. FARREN,
Billy Lackaday, Mr LISTON,
Sandford, Mr MELROSE, Curtis, Mr LEE,
Charles, Mr VIN1NG,
Eugenia, Miss CHESTER,
Mrs Bell, Mrs C. JONES, Susan, Mrs GARRICK,
Laura, Miss LOVE.
To conclude with, (2nd time) a new Farce called
^Twoukl Puzzle a Conjuror !
Peter Czar of Museow, Mr COOPER,
Peter Stanmitz, Mr HARLEY,
Van Dander, Mr LISTON, Van Block, Mr LEE,
Admiral Varensloff, Mr W. JOHNSON,
Baron Von Clump, Mr YOUNGER,
Officer, Mr C.JONES. Waiter, Mr COATES,
Count de Marville, Mr COVENEY,
Bertha, Mrs CHATTERLEY.
To-morrow, The Hypocrite, with 'Twould Puzzle a Conjuror, &c
Cf)eatie ftopal, digits!) ©pera House.
Tliis Evening, a new Musical Drama, called
The Frozen Lake,
The Grand Duke of Suabia, Mr BA-RTLEY, <
Prince de Neubourg, Mr WRENCH,
Marq. de Valborn, Mr Perkins, Willielm, Mr Keeley,
Count de Linsberg, Mr PEARMAN,
First Page, Mr Deering, Second Page, Mr. Henry,
Domestics, Messrs Mi n ton and Mr Povey,
Princess Louisa, Miss NOEL,
Bareness Matilda de Rosefeld, Miss KELLY,
Countess de Walstein, Miss HENRY.
After which, (7 th time) a New Farce, called
Jo
Jonathan W. Doubikins, Mr MATHEWS,
Sir Leathcrlip Grossfeeder, Mr BARTLEY,
Mr Ledger, (a Liverpool Merchant) Mr. W. BENNETT,
Natty Larkspur, Mr KEELEY, Jemmy Larkspur, Mr TAYLEURE,
Mr Delepierre, (an American Gentleman) Mf BROADHURST.
Tidy, Mr. SALTER, Butler to Sir L. Grossfeeder, Sir. MINTON,
Agamemnon, {Jonathan's JVigger) Mr SLOMAN,
Lady Grossfeeder, Mrs GROVE, Mary, Miss HOLDAWAY,
Blanch, (a Black Housemaid) Mrs. BRYAN,
Patty, Misa HENRY, Mrs Lemoo, Mrs TAYLEURE.
To conclude with A XEJV FEATURE, the Musical Farce of
JLJ3LJI JL H^r JsLm> ±?JLJB.K^K!!? •
Dick Cypher, [steeped in the Follies of 1824, with a ripened Fancy,
and a brace of sporting Soxgs,) Mr MATHEWS,
O'Rourke O'Daisy, Mr POWER, Jerry Blossom, Mr RAYNER.
Adam Stirling, Mr W. BENNETT, Janus Jumble, Mr BAKER,
Quill, Mr SALTER, Coachman, Mr MINTON,
John, Mr HENRY, Servants, Messrs, CAHII.L & VAUGHAN,
Mrs Augusta Carolina Honeymouth, Mrs GROVE,
Clara Stirling, Miss HOLDAWAY, Dolly O'Daisy, Mi ss POVEY
To-morrow, The Frozen Lake, with Jonathan in England.
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The Comic Piece of Blue Devils, with the Operatic Comedy of
Sweethearts and Wives, and the second performance of the new Farce
of *T would Puzzle a Conjuror, attracted a crowded attendance to
this theatre last night.— The acting in the latter piece is excellent,
particularly by Mr. Cooter, Mr. Liston, Mr. Harley, and Mrs.
Chatterley, and, we have no doubt, it will have a long run.
This Theatre was crowded in all parts last night, to sec The Fro-
zen Lake, Jonathan in England, and Hit or Jtfiss ! — Mr. Wrrnch,
and Miss Kelly, were highly amusing in the first pieee ; Mr. Pear-
man and Miss Noel sang delightfully. Mr. Mathews, as Jonathan
TV. Doubihins, kept the audience in continual laughter. Hit or Jtfiss
followed, and was well performed.
Olympic Theatre. — The greatest preparations are making for the
opening of this compact and elegant '* little box," which, we hear, is
fixed for Saturday, the 2nd of October. We were favored the other
day with a peep at the interior, and were much gratified with the many
improvements already made ; the company engaged are, we under-
stand, both numerous and talented; many names were mentioned to
hb of long established celebrity. The management, we are glad to
hear, remain under the able arrangement of our old friend, Vining,
whose capabilities as manager and actor are well known. The liberal-
ity of Mr. Frampton, the proprietor, is conspicuous, in endeavoring
to promote, at great expense and exertion, the comfort and conve-
nience of his patrons. — We heartily wish him a successful season.
Surrey. — Der Freischutz, and The Burning Bridge, were again
repeated last night to a numerous audience.
Sadler's Wells. — Two new pieces were produced here last night,
which met with decided success.
Davis's Amphitheatre. — Mons. Ducrow had his Benefit last night,
which was crowded. The Battle of Waterloo, with Mons. Oucrow's
celebrated Horsemanship, the Chinese Cavalry, and the Deft Jlfeg,
were the entertainments, which met with thunders of applause.
Mr Elliston has been performing a round of his favourite Charac-
ters at the Birmingham Theatre. He returns to town this day.
THE THEATRICAL OBSERVER.
Mr. Macready is to superintend the Tragedies which are to he
acted at Dniry Lane Theatre, in the room of Mr Buxx, who has re-
tired from the management.
Vox Wep.er. — The most popular German Vocal Composer now liv-
ing is decidedly Carl Maria Von Weber. The Opera of Dcr Frei-
schutz has proved a prize to every German theatrical manager from
Hamburgh to Vienna. To the directors of the Berlin theatre it is
said to have produced above 30,000 dollars, having been performed
upwards of fifty times in 18 months. Weber was born at Eaton, ia
Ilolstcin, in 1783. He studied in early youth the piano, at Munich,
under J. N. Kalchcr, and soon after received letters in composition
from Michael Haydn, at Saltzburglu At eleven years of age he was
so far advanced in the science, that he not -only performed in public,
hut composed short figure movements for four voices. In 1803, he
went to Vienna, where he completed his musical education under the
guidance of the two Haydns, Solieri, and Beethoven. In 1813, he
was appointed composer to the National Theatre at Prague. Besides
his " Frdsdiutz,"' Weber has composed the " Prcxiosa," a much
admired Opera ; also " Abul Hassan'' which is said to contain some
beautiful music, especially a Polacca, with violoncello accompaniments,
and several other Operas,
Miss Macauley attracted much company last week to the Margate
Theatre. She played jJdelgitha, Isabella, and Lady Rodolpha Lu?n-
berconrt with great applause.
The Liverpool theatre has this season been supported by the talents
of Mr. C. Kemble, Mr. Connor, Mr. Meadows, Mr. Browne, Mr.
Knight, Mr. Jones, Mr. Dowton, and Mr. Blanehard, Mrs. Ogilvie,
Mrs. Butm, JMcsdames L. Kelly, M. Hammersley, Clara Fisher.
Smithson, Fordo, and M. Tree. Mr. Blanehard, Mr. Hunt, and
Miss M. Tree are now performing there. Miss M. Tree's health is ia
so delicate a state as not to admit of her performing in more than one
piece of an evening. On Wednesday last an apology was made for
her non-appearance in the. part of Ro>dva, in the Barber of Seville.
She had previously played Mary, in Cfmrles the Second, and showed
evident signs or indisposition. Her professional exertions muct have
injured her health. It is much to be lamented that she suffers her in-
gagements in different and distant parts of the kingdom so rapidly to
succeed each other as not to allow her sufficient time to recover her
fatigue of traveling and constant performing. The Theatre has been in
general well attended, and the benefits of the performers have been
very productive. Mr. Terry is announced for Sir Pertinax this even-
ing. Mr. M'Crcatlv and Miss Lacv are also mentioned as being in the
catalogue of stars yet to appear.
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This Evening, (9th time) a new Musical Drama, called
The Frozen Lake.
The Grand Duke of Suabia, Mr BARTLEY,
Prince de Neubourg-, Mr WRENCH,
Marq. de Valborn, Mr Perkins, Wilhelm, Mr Keeley,
Count de Linsberg, Mr PEARMAN,
First Page, Mr Deering, Second Page, Mr. Henry,
Domestics, Messrs Mi n ton and Mr Povey,
Princess Louisa, Miss NOEL,
Baroness Matilda de Rosefeld, Miss KELLY,
Countess de Walstein, Miss HENRY.
After which, (Sth time) a New Farce, called
Jonathan in England
Jonathan W. Doubikins, Mr MATHEWS,
Sir Leatherlip Grossfeeder, Mr BARTLEY,
Mr Ledger, (a Liverpool Merchant) Mr. W. BENNETT,
Nattv Larkspur, Mr KEELEY, Jemmy Larkspur, Mr TAYLEURE,
Mr Delepierro, (an American Gentleman) Mr BROADHURST,
Tidy, Mr. SALTER, Butler to Sir L. Grossfeeder, Mr. MINTON,
Agamemnon, (Jonathan's JSfigger) Mr SLOMAN,
Lady Grossfeeder, Mrs GROVE, Mary, Miss HOLDAWAY,
Blanch, {a Black Housemaid) Mrs. BRYAN,
Patty, Miss HENRY, Mrs LemoD, Mrs TAYLEURE.
To cenclude with A XEIV FEATURE, the Musical Farce of
HIT OR MISS !
Dick Cypher, [steeped in the Follies of 1824, with a ripened Fancy,
and a brace of sporting Soxgs,) Mr MATHEWS,
O'Rourke O'Daisv, Mr POWER, Jerrv Blossom, Mr RAYNER,
Adam Stirling, Mr W. BENNETT, Janus Jumble, Mr BAKER,
Quill, Mr SALTER, Coachman, Mr MINTON,
John, Mr HENRY, Servants, Messrs, CAHILL & VAUGHAN,
Mrs Augusta Carolina Honeymouth, Mrs GROVE,
Clara Stirling. Miss HOLDAWAY, ' Dolly O'Daisy, Miss POVEY
To-morrow, The Frozen Lake, with Jonathan in England.
Cpeatrir Ifcopal. ^ay-jWatfcet.
■ Ill ||l I J»-Jf»V»VJ<
This Evening, tho Comedy of
THE HYPOCRITE.
Sir John Lambert, Mr YOUNGER,
Col. Lambert, Mr COOPER,
Maw-worm, Mr LISTON, Darnley, Mr JOHNSON,
Doctor Cantwell, Mr W. FARREN,
Seward, Mr COVENEY, Servant, Mr C. JONES,
OJd Lady Lambert, Mrs WINDSOR,
Betty, Mrs Coveney, Young- Lady Lambert, Miss Boyce
Charlotte, Mrs CHAT TERLEY.
After which, the new Farce of
'Twould Puzzle a Conjuror !
Peter Czar of Muscovy, Mr COOPER,
Peter Stanmitz, Mr HARLEY,
Van Dander, Mr LISTON, Van Block, Mr LEE,
Admiral Varensloff, Mr W. JOHNSON,
Baron Von Clump, Mr YOUNGER,
Officer, Mr C.JONES. Waiter, Mr COATES,
Count de Marville, Mr COVENEY,
Bertha, Mrs CHATTERLEY.
To conclude with, the Farce called
Of Age To-morrow,
Baron Piffleberg, Mr WILLIAMS,
Frederick Baron Willinhurst, Mr VINING,
Hans Molkus, Mr WILKINSON,
Friz, Mr EBSWORTH, Waiter, Mr COATES.
Lady Brumback, Mrs WINDSOR,
Maria, Miss LOVE, with " No Joy without my Lovs"
Sophia, Miss J. SCOTT.
To-morrow, The Clandestine Marriage, & 'Twould Puzzle a Conjuror,
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The Comedy of The Hypocrite was again presented last night, and
attracted a very numerous audience. The performance of the cha-
racter of Doctor Cantwell, by Mr. W. Farren, does credit to his ta-
lents, because it is an able piece of acting out of his proper line.—
The usual applause attended Mr. Listox's Maicicorm, and the other
chief characters were excellently sustained by Mr. Ccofeii, Mrs.
Chatterley, &c.
The new Farce of 'Twould Puzzle a Conjuror, went off extremely
well, and Of Age To-morroio most pleasantly concluded the enter-
tainments of the evening.
Those three eminently successful pieces, The Frozen Lake, Jo-
nathan in England, and Hit or Jlliss, with its " nguf Feature," were
performed last night to a very numerous audience, who seemed highly
pleased with the whole of the entertainments. We were happy again
to see Miss Noel enabled to resume her station here ; she appeared
in her former character of the Princess in the first piece, and sang
most sweetly. Miss Kelly was, as usual, very clever in her perform-
ance of the Baroness, and Mr. Wrench, Mr. Pearman, Mr. Bart-
ley, &c. ably sustained their several parts. Whilst P.Icssrs. Wrench
and Pearman were on the stage a loud laugh burst suddenly from the
audience, which rather discomposed those gentlemen ; they hesitated
in their dialogue, and glanced an eye of suspicion at each other, un-
til it was discovered that a " fair debutante** of the Feline tribe,
had made her entree at. the wing, but being quite overcome at trie
shouts of applause that welcomed ' her first appearance on any stage/
she withdrew in extreme agitation.
Miss I.Paton, sister of the eminent vocalist, who made so success-
ful a debut last season, is engaged by Mr. Elliston, for three years.
Miss M. Tree, after performing during the recess in Scotland,
where she was received with very great favour, will appear at the
Theatres in Liverpool, Manchester, and Southampton, previously to,
tjhe commencement of the winter campaign at the Theatre Koyal, Co-
Tent Garden.
THE THEATRICAL OBSERVER.
Covent Garden Theatre opens for the season on the 27th instant,
and Drury Lane on the 29th. There is evident bustle and prepara-
tion at each house, for an arduous struggle and competition.
Mr. Rayner closed a week's engagement at York, and played Pen-
ruddock, in The Wheel of Fortune, for his benefit.
Mr. Charles Kemble is on his return from Germany, where he
has engaged Weber, the celebrated German composer, to superintend
two or three Musical Dramas, which are to be produced at Covent -
garden Theatre.
Garrick's First Play-Bill — When Garrick quitted Ispwich,
where he played a tew nights in a provincial company, he repaired to
London ; but it appears that he was unable to obtcin an engagement
at any of the great Houses. He was then obliged to join the company
in Goodman's-fields, who, to avoid being sent to prison as rogues and
vagabonds, for acting without a license, presented Plays to their au-
dience, gratis, charging them only for the Concerts. Here it was
that the British lioscius, trembling between hope and fear, made his
first bow as Richard the Third. The applause which he received was
tumultous ; the public caught with admiration the brilliant sparks of
genius which he emitted, and with their fostering hand bore him tri-
umphantly along the current of popularity ; they placed him at the
very head of his profession, and made him an object of wonder and
admiration to the whole world. The following copy of the bill which
announces his first appearance is curious :
" Goodman's Fields, Oct. 19, 1741. — At the Theatre in Goodman's
Fields, this day, will be performed a Concert of Vocal and Instrumen-
tal Music, divided into two parts. — Tickets at three, two, and one
shilling. — Places for the boxes to be taken at the Fleece Tavern, next
the Theatre. — N. B. Between the two parts of the Concert will be
presented an Historical Play, called the Life and Death of King Ri-
chard III ; containing the Distresses of King Henry VI ; the artful
acquisition of the Crown by King Richard ; the murder of young King
Edward V. and brother in the Tower ; the landing of the Earl of
Richmond, and the death of King Richard in the memorable Battle
of Bosworth-rield, being the last that was fought between the Houses
of York and Lancaster ; with other true historical passages. The
part of King Hichard by a Gentleman,* (who never appeared on any
Stage); King Henry, Mr. Giifard; Richmond, Mr. Marshall ; Prince
Edward, Miss Hippesley ; Duke of York, Miss Naylor, &c. &c. —
With an Entertainment of Dancing, &c. — To which will be added, a
Ballad Opera, in one act, called the Virgin Unmasked. Both of
which will be perfomed by persons gratis for diversion. — The Concert
to begin at six o'clock precisely."
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This Evening, (10th time) a new Musical Drama, called
The Frozen Lake^
The Grand Duke of Suabia, Mr BARTLEY,
Prince de Neubourg, Mr WRENCH,
Marq. de Valborn, Mr Perkins, Willielm, Mr Keeley,
Count de Linsberg, Mr PEARMAN,
First Page, Mr Deering, Second Page, Mr. Henry,
Domestic^ Messrs Minton and Mr Povey,
Princess Louisa, Miss NOEL,
Baroness Matilda de Rosefeld, Miss KELLY,
Countess de Walstein, Miss HENRY.
After wbicb, (9tb time) a New Farce, catted
Jonathan in England
Jonathan W. Doubikins, Mr MATHEWS,
Sir Leatherlip Grossfeeder, Mr BARTLEY,
Mr Ledger, (a Liverpool Merchant) Mr. W. BENNETT,
Natty Larkspur, Mr KEELEY, Jemmy Larkspur, Mr TAYLEURE,
Mr Pelepierro, {an American Gentleman) Mr BROADHURST,
Tidy, Mr. SALTER, Butler to Sir L. Grossfeeder, Mr. MINTON,
Agamemnon, (Jonathan's digger) Mr SLOMAN,
Lady Grossfeeder, Mrs GROVE, Mary, Miss HOLDAWAY,
Blanch, {a Black Howetnaid) Mrs. BRYAN,
Patty, Mist* HENRY, Mrs LemoD, Mrs TAYLEURE.
To conclude with A XEJV FEATURE, the Musical Farce of
HIT OS MISS !
Dick Cypher, [steeped in the Follies of 1824, with a ripened Fancy,
and a brace at sporting Songs,) Mr MATHEWS,
O'Rourke O'Daisy, Mr POWER, Jerry Blossom, Mr RAYNER,
Adam Stirling, Mr W. BENNETT, Janus Jumble, Mr BAKER,
Quill, Mr SALTER, Coachman, Mr MlNTON,
John, Mr HENRY, Servants, Messrs, CAHILL & VAUGHAN,
Mrs Augusta Carolina Honeymoutb, Mrs GROVE,
Clara Stirling, Miss HOLDAWAY, Dolly O'Daisy, Miss POVJSV
To-morrow, Der Freiscbutz, with Free and Easy.
This Evening the Comedy of The
Clandestine Marriage*
Lord Ogleby, Mr W. FARREN,
Sterling, Mr WILLIAMS, Brush, Mr HARLEY,
Sir John Melville, Mr VINING,
Lovewell, Mr COOPER, Canton, Mr WEST,
Serjeant Flower, Mr YOUNGER,
Traverse, Mr COVENEY, Servant, Mr COATES,
Truman, Mr W.JOHNSON,
Mrs Heidelberg Mrs WINDSOR,
Miss Sterling, Mrs GIBBS, Betty, Mrs C. JONES,
Fanny, Miss CHESTER.
Chambermaid, Miss Wood, Trusty, Mrs Kendall,
After which, the new Farce of
yTwould Puzzle a Conjuror !
Peter Czar of Musco w, Mr COOPER,
Peter Stanmitz, Mr HARLEY,
Van Dander, Mr LISTON, Van Block, Mr LEE,
Admiral Varensloff, Mr W. JOHNSON,
Baron Von Clump, Mr YOUNGER,
Officer, Mr C. JONES. Waiter, Mr COATES,
Count de Marville, Mr COVENEY,
Bertha, Mrs CHATTERLEY.
To conclude with, the Comic Piece of
MATRIMONY.
Baron de Limberg, Mr WILLIAMS,
Delaval, Mr. VINING, O'Cloghorty, Mr LEE,
Sentinels, Messrs C. Jones, and Coates,
Clara, Mrs CHATTERLEY,
To -morrow, Sweethearts and Wives, with /Tuould Puzzle a Conjuror*
and No Song no Supper, Margaretta, (1st time) ftlissLovE.
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The Comedy of The Clandestine JMarriage was acted here last
night, to a very numerous and genteel audience. Mr. W. Faiuiek,
as Lord Ogleby, represented to the life those infirmities which a fash-
ionable life generally brings on a little before the sufferer is inclined to
abandon the pleasures of the beau monde. He combined rheumatism
and spasm with the gay fancies of the tottering Nobleman, so as to
create much entertainment. Miss Chester was the Fanny t which
she represented in a very engaging manner. Mrs. Gibbs, as JlJtss
Sterling, gave a vigorous picture of the bad disposition of that lady.
Brush, by Mr. Harley, was rendered a very amusing personage;
and Canton, by Mr. W. West, was fairly represented. — No one ever
played this character so well as poor Wewitzer. Mr. Williams did
Sterling in a sound style ; and Mrs. Windsor, if it were not for her
comely smooth face, would have been an excellent Jfrs. Heidelberg. —
Mrs. Windsor is too tidy and nice a body, to allow us to fancy her
for a moment a coarse and vulgar character. The new Farce went
off very well.
<2ngli$) <©pera^)ou3c*
There was another crowded bouse here last night, to see The
Frozen Lake, and Mr. Mathews in Jonathan IV. Doubikins, and
Dick Cypher. The first piece is a light pretty thing, and is likely
hereafter to be often acted, when it can be so well represented as it
now is. Miss Kelly and Mr. Wrench got great applause. Of course,
it is superfluous to say, that an incessant burst of merriment was ex-
cited by the two other pieces, Mr. Mathews, &c. u poked their fun"
too effectually on us to allow time for gravity.
(From a Correspondent.)
Sadler's Wells — A high treat was given at this house on Monday
to a fashionable and numerous audience, in the production of an in-
teresting melo-drama, from the pen of a Mr. Judah, of the United
States of America, where it has been acted with the most extraordi-
nary success, for more than 200 successive nights. In our opinion it
is decidedly the best piece of the kind ever witnessed here : the plot
is completely original: the incidents peculiar and pleasing ; the sce-
«ery is of that splendid description that cannot fail exciting admira-
tion.— we need only add the name of the artist, (Greenwood) to
sonvince our readers of its excellence ; the music deserves more than
THE THEATRICAL OBSERVER.
©idiuary praise, and is another proof of the capabilities and talent
of the composer, (H. Nicholson) ; the characters, which are ably
written, were all finely delineated by the company, the strength of
which is very judiciously brought into action. We cannot eulogise too
much the liberality displayed by the management, in bringing forth
so valuable an acquisition to their stage ; the production of which, we
understand, was entrusted to the care of Mr. Gallott, to whom
every praise is due for the inimitable manner he has brought it for-
ward. We congratulate the proprietors in placing it in such able,
hands; and on their success of Monday evening ; we have no doubt
but it will run the season ; at least it deserves it. — The loudest ap-
plause attended its announcement for the week. A very laughable
piece, called " If the Cap fits ye, wear it" was also produced, and
received the approbation it merited. The water-piece of " Abdellacf
retains its high rank. Mr. Bryant sings an Irish Medley, which is
always encored.
The Surrey and Davis's Amphitheatre were most numerously at-
tended last night, and the performance at each house went off with
great approbation.
The Aberdeen Theatre wa$ opened on Tuesday se'nnight, and Mr.
Sinclair acted Prince Orlando, in the Opera of The Cabinet.
Mr. Macready appeared at the Belfast Theatre on Monday, in Co-
riolanus. He is engaged there for twelve nights.— British Press.
Died, on the 18th. instant, at Bath, Mr. Stanton, formerly and
for many years, Manager of the Preston, Lancaster, and other Thea-
tres in the North of England.
A Mademoiselle Legros, one of the dancers at the King's Theatre,
lately went from this country to Paris, having, as she imagined, care-
fully packed in her trunk jewellery to the amount of £8000. sterling,
a property, of course, not wholly acquired by the agility of her " light
fantastic toe." Upon her arrival in the French capital, she found
that her jewellery-box was gone ; that the robbery is supposed to have
been committed in London, by persons who were about her whilst
packing her trunks. — No clue has yet been discovered that is likely to
lead to their detection.
Mr. Archer, of Drury Lane, performed Hotspur, in Shakspeare's*
Henry the Fourth, at the Bristol Theatre, on Monday night. — The
legend of the renowned Whittington and his Cat, has been got up as
a Pantomime, in which the activity of Ellar, and the accentricity of
Paulo, astonished and delighted their auditors. Mr. Grey, pro-
prietor of the celebrated Fantoccini, is engaged for a limited number
of nights by Mr. Macready. Last night John Bull, Monsieur Ton-
son, and Merry Mourners, were the performances. The excellence
of Gattie's Morbleu is well known to our readers ; and on this oc-
casion he played it with all his former humor and judgment.
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This Evening, the favorite Operatic Comedy, called
Sweethearts & Wives.
The Music composed and selected by
Messrs* Whi.taker, Nathan, T. Cooke, arid Perry.
Admiral Frankly n, Mr W. FARREN,
Billv Lackaday, Mr LISTON,
Sandford, Mr MELROSE, Curtis, Mr LEE,
Charles, Mr V1N1NG,
Eugenia, Miss CHESTER,
Mrs Bell, Mrs C. JONES, Susan, Mrs GARRJCK,
Laura, Miss LOVE.
After whieh, the new Farce of
^Twoidd Puzzle a Conjuror !
Peter Czar of Muscovy, Mr COOPER,
Peter Stanmitz, Mr HARLEY,
Van Dander, Mr LISTON, Van Block, Mr LEE,
Admiral VarenslorT, Mr W. JOHNSON,
Baron Von Clump, Mr YOUNGER,
Officer, Mr C. JONES. Waiter, Mr COATES,
Count de Marville, Mr COVENEY,
Bertha, Mrs CHATTERLEY.
To conclude with
No Song no Supper.
Robin, Mr HARLEY,
Frederick, Mr MELROSE, Crop, Mr HUCKEL,
Endless, Mr WILKINSON,
Thomas, Mr EBSWORTH, William, Mr BROUGH,
Margaretta, [hi time] Miss LOVE,
Louisa, Mrs GARRICK, Dorothy, Mrs C. JONES,
Nelly, Mrs T. HILL,
To-morrow, The Padlock, Leonora, (1st time) Miss Holmes, with
Married and Single, and 'Twould Pnzale a Conjuror.
CiHatve K'd&at, CttgUsl; €>peta^ousf.
BS
this Evening a Musical Performance, entitled
Der Freischutz ;
Or, the SEVENTH BULLET/
Kuno, [Ranger of the Forest] Mr HARTLEY,
Rudolph, [a Huntsman] Mr PEARMAN,
Ottoear, Mr BAKER, Kil ian, Mr TAYLEURE,
Casper, ( a Huntsman J Mr BENNETT,
Zamiel, (Spirit of the Forest) Mr J. COOPER,
Rollo, [a Huntsman] Mr H. PHILLIPS,
Huntsmen, Mess. Henry, J. Bland, and Lodge.
Agnes, (Kunos Daughter) Miss PA TON,
Ann, Miss POYEY,
Witch of the Wolfs Glen, Mrs BRYAN,
Bridesmaids, Misses Boden, Henry, Holdaway,
M. Nicol, Southwell, & Mrs J.Weippert.
Yagers, Villagers, by Mess, Burden, Buxton, Cahill
Collier, Gallagher, Lodge, Sanders, Shaw, &c.
Mesdames W. Ben net, Jerrold, Lodge, &c.
A German Waltz, by Misses Romer, Griffiths, Vials,
Reid. Wells, Vine, Mess. Bowman, & Willis.
After which the Musical Entertainment of •
FREE and EASY.
Sir John Freeman, Mr WRENCH,
Ralph, MrRAYNER,
Mr Charles Courtley, Mr BARTLEY,
Richard, Mr SALTER, Peter, Miss H. BODEN,
Michael, Mr W. CHAPMAN,
Eugenia, Miss CARR, Gertrude, Miss KELLY,
Mrs Charlotte Courtley, Miss POVEY,
Rase, Miss R. BODEN, Cook, Mrs JERROLD
_ . , .,■■■,■ - . , _, . *
To-njorrow, Brother and fefistcr, with Jonathan in England^ &c.
THE
Eftcatrital 0imniwr ;
AND
Daily Mills of the Play.
** Nothing extenuate nor set down aught in malice."
No. 874 Friday' Septal ,1824. PWce W.
HI "
Ipap-marfcct €ijcatte»
The performances here last night, were Sweethearts and Wives,
-'Twould Puzzle a Conjuror, and JVo Song no Supper. In the latter
piece Miss Love appeared, for the first time, as Margaret to, and
sang delightfully. Mr Harlot acted Robin very humorously. — The
house was remarkably well attended.
€ng!i^!j ©gcra#cn£e.
A house crowded in every part soon after the opening of the doors,
was the result of another announcement of Der Frcischutz, with
Miss Paton and Mr. Pearman in the two principal vocal characters.
The music of this Opera is, indeed, so strikingly characteristic, so
grand and so sentimental, that its vast attraction cannot be a matter
of wonder. Weber, its composer, does not, however, appear clever
at light pieces of music ; his mirthful airs want the playful turns
which the French composers are so happy in producing. The solemn,
the rapid, and the tender styles, are what he appears best calculated
to shine in. "Miss Paton gave fine effect to the scena ; her execution
of some of the passages was very brilliant ; but we have heard her,
we think, in better voice. The delicate organ of these fair vocalists
is often affected by the changes of the weather, and the variations of
health to which every one is liable. A little indisposition — a little
flatness of animal spirits, are, thus, frequently productive of a most
material temporary injury to the voice ; and which, although not
^mounting to serious indisposition, and, therefore, not compelling an
apology, is yet sufficient to lessen the clearness arid usual general effect
of the tones, This is an evil audiences must frequently lay their ac-
count with, and all they can say on the subject is, that if they have
not heard their favorite singer in her finest condition, yet they have
heard very nearly enough of perfection in brilliancy and sweetness, to
command their delighted attention. Mr*, Pearman* has greatly raised
his vocal fame by his very abJc execution of the music of his character,
recently sustained by Mr. Brahaju. This gentleman we have ever
commended for taste and a very pleasing voice ; besides being ah
actor superior to most vocal performers,, He is always strictly at-
tentive to the business of the scene, and his exertions to please seldom
pass unrewarded by the audience.
In Free and Easy, which followed, much entertainment was de-
rived from the acting of Mr. Wkekch, Miss Kelly, &c.
THE THEATRICAL OBSERVER.
Glasgow Theatre. — Our duties as '* Theatrical Observers," na-
turally enough, induce us to occasionally watcb the progress of those
actors and actresses who now, during the London recess, fill the most
prominent characters in the drama on the provincial boards — -and
which duty we cannot discharge more faithfully than hy setting forth
the opinions of an able contemporary critic, relative to the perform-
ances of Miss M. Tree and Bliss Edmiston, in Shakspeare's cele-
brated Comedy of Twelfth flight ; or, What you Will, lately acted
at the above Theatre. Of the former lady this gentleman remarks :— -
" Miss Tree's Viola was animated in the extreme. There was a na-
tive buoyancy, a sprigbtliness, and a sweet joy, through her whole
performance, that was quite bewitching. Her several interviews with
the Duke, her master, were chaste and faithful, betraying not the
slightest symptom of love to him, or jealousy to Olivia ; and the
smothered coldness with which she received Olivia's vows, was very
delightful. And then, when Malvolia brought the ring to her, how
knowingly she exclaimed — "lam the man!" Nothing, however,
could exceed the effeminate fear, the cunning, and the masterful
agility, with which she fought Sir Andrew. Madame Vestris could
not have thrust at him mote slyly, or with greater ease and nimble-
ne'ss. After paying the just tribute of approbation to Miss Tree,
our Northern brother critic, in language not less remarkable for its
eloquence than its strict adherence to truth, thus speaks of the grace-
ful and energetic acting of Miss Edmiston, in the interesting and ar-
duous chat actor of Olivia ;— ■" We were really delighted with Miss
Edmiston's Olivia. We have occasionally missed her in the Theatre,
and heard that she preferred private study to public exhibition-— dis-
regarded any little pleasure which a four hours' seat in the boxes
might afford, and drank, in the stillness of her own parlour, the ner
tiferous incense which Shakspeare's pages produced. Olivia was a
complete confirmation of it ; and the character combined all those
springs of talent which constitute a great actress. Hitherto, as we
formerly mentioned, Miss Edmiston was not general enough in her
course of studies, and confined her feminine attractions, not so much
to, general, as to particular traits of character. But to-night she was
dignified and humble, austere and loving, scornful and tender, grave
and humorous — a mixture of theatrical acquirements, which are not
very common. The mournful respect she bore to her departed bro-
ther— the indifference, and, indeed contempt, she exhibited to the
Duke — the violent gust of love that Cupid so slyly blew into her
breast — and the general good humor which she kept through the
whole performance — were really quite surprising. With what a de-
lightful majesty, and ease, and grace, did she draw in a chair, and
desire the Clown to prove her a fool ! She scarcely felt enough of
loving emotion in her first interviews with Cesario ; and we thought
she was too abrupt in sending the ring after Viola. Cut, speaking
generally, we can say, with sincerity, that no one belonging to the
Glasgow company is making such rapid improvement — arising, too,
principally from her own resources and her own though'
theatre Eopai, (Cnglts!) #pera ^ouse.
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This Evening, by Permission of the Proprietors of the Theatre Royal
Covent Garden, the Comic Opera of
Brother and Sister*
Don Christoval de Tormes, Mr HARTLEY,
Don Sylvia de Flores, Mr PHILIPPS, who will sing
44 Just like Love.'* and " Love has Eyes'*
Pachco, Mr W. CHAPMAN, Bartolo, Mr 'KEELEY,
Donna Isadora, Miss PATON,
Donna Camilla, Miss CARR, Agatha, Miss POVEY,
Rosanthe (1st time) Miss HARVEY,
who will introduce The Ballad of " Young Love'1
After which, (9th time) a New Farce, called
Jonathan in England
Jonathan W. Doubikins, Mr MATHEWS,
Sir Leatherlip Grossfeeder, Mr BARTLEY,
Mr Lodger, (a Liverpool Merchant) Mr. W. BENNETT,
Nattv Larkspur, Mr KEELEY, Jemmy Larkspur, MrTAYLECRE,
Mr Delepierre, (an American Gentleman) Mr BROADHURST,
Tidy, Mr. SALTER, Butler to Sir L. Grossfeeder, Mr. MINION,
Agamemnon, (Jonathan's Nigger) Mr SLOMAN,
Lady Grossfeeder, Mrs GROVE, Mary, Miss HOLDAWAY,
Blanch, (a Black Housemaid) Mrs. BRYAN,
Patty, Miss HENRY, Mrs Lemoo, Mrs TAYLEURE.
To conclude with A KEIF FEATURE, the Musical Farce of
HIT OR MIS
Dick Cypher, [steeped in the Follies of 1324, with a ripened Fancy,
and a brace of sporting Songs,) Mr MATHEWS,
O'Romke O'Daisy, Mr POWER, Jerrv Blossom. MrRAYNER,.
Adam Stirling, Mr W. BENNETT, Janus Jumhle, Mr BAKER,
Quill, Mr SALTER, Coachman, Mr MINTON,
John, Mr HENRY, Servants, Messrs, CAHILL & VAUGHAN,
Mrs Augusta Carolina Honeymouth, Mrs GROVE,
Clara Stirling, Bliss HOLDAWAY, Dolly O'Daisy, Miss POVEY
To-morrow, Der Frcischutz, with Gretna Green.
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This Evening the Comic Opera of
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&
Don Diego, Mr WILLIAMS, Mungo, Mr WEST,
Leander, Miss LOVE, who will introduce
" Say, What is more dear to the Heart of the Brave V*
Scholars, Messrs. COVENEY, & C. JONES,
Leonora, [first time] Miss HOLMES,
who will introduce the Song of" Home, Sweet Home"
Ursula. Mrs 0. JONES,
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After which, the Comedy of
£1 1*1*1 Pff 'ffcllfl Siltl
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Beau Shatterlv, Mr W. FARREN,
Bickerton, Mr POPE, Melford, Mr
Ferret, Mr. W. WEST, Captain O'Rapper, Mr LEE,
Scamper, Mr VINING, Servant, Mr MOORE,
Officer, MrC. JONES, Mr Cramwell, MrCOVENEY,
Mrs Bickerton, Mrs GLOVER.
Mrs Shatterly, Mrs C. JONES, Fanny, Mrs TJ HILL,
Mrs Cramwell, Mrs COVENEY.
J\
To conclude with the new Farce of
& x i v u {Jo tl i U TOT !
U*'BI.9>v1(> '&
Peter Czar of Muscovy, Mr COOPER,
Peter Stanmitz, Mr BARLEY,
Van Dunder, Mr LISTON, Van Block, Mr
Admiral Varensloff, Mr W. JOHNSON,
Baron Von Clump, Mr YOUNGER,
Officer, Mr C. JONES. Waiter, Mr COATES,
Count de Marville, Mr COVENEY,
Bertha, Mrs CHATTERLEY.
*-«»
To-morrow, The Country Girl, Peggy, by a Young Lady, hoi first
appearance on any Stage, with 'Twould Puzzle a Conjuror, and The
Kcview ; or, The Wags of Windsor,
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Daily Mills of the Play.
" Nothing extenuate nor set down aught in malice."
No. 875 Saturday, %^ 18 1824. Price hL
The Musical Farce .of The Padlock, was performed last night, and
introduced to us for the first time in the character of Leonora, the
young lady whom our readers will recollect made some time ago a
very sudden and favorable debut here, on the occasion of Miss Paton's
indisposition. Bliss Holmes, as this young lady is named, evidently
wants the experience and confidence which a provincial theatrical tour
for a season or two would afford. She has a charming voice, but its
efforts are quite suppressed by excessive diffidence and trepidation. —
We arc sorry to remark that some part of the audience were so cruel
as to shew impatience at being made to sit in judgment upon unpre-
pared talent. London audiences expect too much perfection to be
very indulgent in cases where there is an utter ignorance of the stage
displayed. There is not the least doubt, but that Miss Holmes will
in time become fully entitled to a high station amongst our vocalists
JJut she must acquire confidence. Bliss Love played Lcandcr coura-
geously, and sang in her usual full, rich tone. Mr. VVilliams and
Mh W. West acted Don Diego and Jilungo very pleasantly.
Married and Single, and the last new Farce followed, and greatly
entertained a most crowded audience.
The eccentric Mr. Mathews, whose inimitable humor has given
birth to some of the most entertaining scenes on tins stage, again dis-
played his powers of producing mirth last night, and, as usual, had
a most crowded assembly of laughing countenances. Mr. Mathews
is remarkable for accompanying his broad Farce with some natural
touches that immensely encrease the effect, and prove him a close
and just observer, of men and tilings. Some wise ass of a critic, se-
veral years ago, upon occasion of his quitting Covent Garden Theatre,
took the opportunity of giving the dead Lion, (as he no doubt was
deemed) a passing kick, by asserting that he was no comedian but a
mere mimic f The gentleman of the long ears must have before this
have been ashamed of his foolish hit, and have been happy to hide
himself and his sage opinion beneath the shade of the nearest goose*
berry bush: for the truth is, that Mr. Mathews has iu Lid various
entertainments produced here, and at all times, shewn his intimate
Knowledge of human nature, and has given such faithful picture?
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THE THEATRICAL OBSERVER.
real character as place him high on the list of those whose profession
it is to cmhody the passions, and pourtray the manners " living as
they rise." Mimicry consists in giving the tone, look, and manner of
some known individual ; but is not the proper term for the power of
giving resemblances of general character. Mr. M. may, indeed, be
said to be a mimic, and an excellent one also, yet he is not a mimic
alone, but a correct personifier of many of the passions, and all the
singularities that ever distinguished one man from another. Before
Mr. JDoubikins entertained us last night, we had here the amusing
Operatic Farce of Brother and Sister, (by permission of the Covent
Garden proprietors.) This is a very pleasing piece, and was acted
excellently, being supported by the chief vocal strength of the es-
tablishment. Miss Paton sang delightfully as Donna Isidora, and
gave " Bid me discourse," in the most finished style, which would
have been encored universally, had not many of the audience justly
felt the fatigue such a repetition would occasion. Miss Harvey re-
appeared here on this occasion, and further confirmed the high opinion
already formed of her vocal power* and talent. Mr. Piiilipps in the
character of Don Sylvio, sang with his accustomed taste and effect,
and was generally encored in " Dove has Eyes.!' Miss Povey, as
Agatha , also contributed her very pleasing voice to the general har-
mony. The other characters were very agreeably sustained by Messrs.
Bartley, Chapman, and KEEi.EYand Miss Carr„
Among the passengers who were injured by the overthrow of the
Buxton coach, was Mrs. Harvey, the daughter of the late Mr. Cum-
mins, of this Theatre, who it will be remembered, suddenly fell down
on the stage, and immediately expired. Being thus unable to fulfil
an engagement into which she entered with the Manager of the Bux-
ton Theatre, she is^now reduced, along with too infant children. To
the most abject want and misery. A statement was circulated from Sir
Francis Darwin, M. D., and Mr. Skinner, surgeon, from which it ap-
peared that the bone of Mrs. Harvey's right leg was broken, and that
she bad sustained several contusions and wounds. Fortunately Mr.
Henry Johnston, the well-known performer, happened to be in Buxton
at the time, and with a spirit of most commendable sympathy, he im-
mediately set about raising a subscription for the unfortunate lady ;
and we are happy to say, with a degree of success that reflects the.
highest credit on the benevolence of the visitors at Buxton. In the
course of three or four days the munificent sum of ^112 14s. was
obtained at the different hotels, &c. The circumstances of the case,
were mentioned to the Duke of Devonshire, who happened to visit
Buxton for a few hours on Monday ; and, with his usual spirit of be-
nevolence, he instantly presented Mr. Johnston with £10, for the re-
lief of Mrs. Harvey. — Provincial Paper.
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This Evening a Musical Performance, Nititied
I>er Freischutz •
Or, </*tf SEVENTH BULLET!
Kuuo, [Ranger of the Forest] Mr BARTLEY,
Rodolph, [a Huntsman] Mr PEARMAN,
Ottoc*r, Mr BAKER, Killiah, Mr TAYLEURE,
Casper, ( a Huntsman J Mr BENNETT,
Zamiel, (Spirit of the Forest) Mr J. COOPER,
Rollo, [a Huntsman] Mr H. PHILLIPS,
Huntsmen, Meaa. Henry, J. Bland, and Lodge.
Agnes, (Kunos Daughter) Miss PATON,
Ann, MissPOVEY,
Witch of the Wolfs Glen, Mrs BRYAiV,
Bridesmaids, Misses Boden, Henrv, Holdauay,
M. Nicol, Southwell, & Mrs J.Weippert,
Yagers, Villagers, by Mess, Burden, Buxton, Caltill
Collier, Gallagher, Lodge, Sanders, Shaw, &e.
Mesdames W. Ben net, Jerrold, Lodge, &c.
A German Waltz, by Misses Romer, Griffiths, Vials*
Reid. Wells, Vine, Mess. Bowman, & Willis,
After which tlic Musical Entertainment of
A GREEN.
The Music principally composed by Mr Reeve.
Lord Lovewcl), Mr J. BLAND, Mr Jenkins, Mr WRENCH,
Mr Tomkins, Mr W. BENNETT, Larder, Mr POWER,
Waiters, Postillions, Messrs Henry, Lodge, &c.
Emily, Miss POVEY, Betty Finikin, Miss KELLY.
On Monday, (first time) The Bashful Man, with Love among the
Roses, and Jonathan in England.
EXHIBITIONS^
Mr. Cross's Grand Collection of Wild ITeasts — Exeter-'Change, Strand.
Mr. Finn's Fancy Glass-workixo Exhibition, in Miniature. Displaying-
the whole Art of Modelling, Blowing, and Working— -161, Strand.
Cfjeatrr J&opal. l^ai^jtalict.
gasmugp:^ ■ '-.-^ ■ — - ■: • ■■ r-— . k j".-':aa.,« 'we* Jtaraa
'J his Evening the Comedy of
The Co
(•
Moody, Mr WILLIAMS, Sparkish, MrVINING,
Harcourt, Mr COOPER,
Belville, Mr JOHNSON, Footman, Mr C- JONES,
Peggy, by A YOUNG LADY,
[Being her first appearance on a?iy Staged]
Alithea, Mrs W. CLIFFORD, Lucy, Mrs C. JONES,
After which the new Farce of
"Twould Puzzle a Conjuror
Peter Czar of Muscovy, Mr COOPER,
Peter Sianmitz, Mr HARLEY,
Van Dapffer, Mr L1STON, Van Block, Mr LEE
Admiral Varensloff, Mr W. JOHNSON,
Baron Von Clump, Mr YOUNGER,
Officer, MrC. JONES. Waiter, Mr COAXES,
Count de Marville, Mr COVENEY.
Bertha, Mrs CHATTERLEY.
To conclude wifh, the Farce called
1
©
Mr Deputy Bull, Mr WILLIAMS,
Caleb Quotem, Mr HARLEY,
Captain Beaugard, Mr JOHNSON,
Looney Mac Twalter, Mr LEE,
John Lump, Mr WILKINSON,
Dubbs, MrEBSWORTH, Serjeant, MrCOVENEY.
Charles Williams, Mr LATHAM,
Martha, Mrs KENDALL,
Grace Gaylove, Mrs GIBBS, - Lucy, MrsC. JONES.
Phcebe Whitethorn, Miss LOVE,
On Monday, liombastes Fuiioso, with Dog Days in JJond Street,
and Deaf ac a Post, after which, 'TtvouJd Puzzle a Conjuror,
and other Entertainments, for the Benefit of Mr LISTON.
THE
teatneal ®
AND
Daily Mills of the Play.
44 Nothing extenuate nor set down aught in malice."
A p. 876 Monday, Sept. 20, 1824. Price Id.
A numerous company, among whom we noticed some of the most
brilliant stars of the West, honoured this theatre, with their presence
on Saturday evening, to witness the representation of Der Freischutz,
and we were happy to observe that they, as well as the rest of the
audience, lightened with their smile? of approbation the gloomy hor-
.lors of the demonial Wolfs Glen. Miss Paton sa,ng with great
effect, and indeed the whole of the performers exerted themselves in
a superior manner. The amusing Farce of Gretna Green concluded
the evening's entertainments, in which Messrs. Wrench, Pearman,
Miss P'^vey, and Miss Kelly, amused greatly.
This evening a new Musical Farce is to be brought forward, under
the title of The Bashful Man, in which the inimitable Mr. Mathews
appears in a leading character.
l)apin\azlict GLlytatzc.
On Saturday evening, the Comedy of The Country Girl, was per-
formed here for the first time this season, and we believe, for the pur-
pose of introducing a young lady in the arduous character of Peggy.
She was led on the stage by Mrs. Clifford, who performed the part
of Alithea ; she Was nearly overcome by her feeling, but on recover-
ing, her performance was marked with great intelligence and spirit ;
and she preserved throughout the smartness and point of the dialo-
gue. Her voice is good, and her articulation remarkably distinct.
We shall speak more at large of her qualifications when we have seen
her a second time, and wc certainly anticipate that she will rank high
in her profession. The audience testified their approbation of her
performance most unanimously. A more successful debut is rarely
witnessed. — But we think, we have seen this young lady play at York
not long since.
Mr. Vining, as SparJcish, Mr. Cooper, as Harcourt, and Mr. Wil-
liams's, Moody, were excellent. Mrs. C. Jones, acted Lucy to life,
and the Alithea of Mrs. W. Clifford, was highly respectable. The
Comedy was announced for Friday next with great applause 'Twould
Puzzle a Conjuror followed, and was well received. The Review con-
cluded the night's amusement. — The house was full in all parts. A
gentleman was carried from the pit in a fit,
THE THEATRICAL OBSERVER.
This evening Mr. Liston takes his Benefit at the* Haymarket, on
which occasion is to be revived a favorite Comedy,
Daring Outrage at the Cobourg. — On Saturday evening, after
the performance of George the Third, a glass bottle was thrown from
the gallery on the stage, which broke two or three of the lamps, and
nearly struck one of the musicians. — Mr. Davidge afterwards came
forward, and offered a reward of five guineas to any person who would
point out the offender, and, inconsequence of which, he was imme-
diately apprehended by an officer, and carried to the watch-house.
Surrey. — This evening the melo-drama of Der Freisckutz ; or,
the Demon of the Wolf's Glen and the Seven Charmed Bullets ! and
the Scotch drama of Waverley : or, Sixty Years Since.
Davis's Amphitheatre. — There is to be a grand Union Fete this
evening in honour of the great success of the Military Spectacle of
The Battle of Waterloo.
Mr. Macready is now performing some of his principal characters
at the Belfast Theatre, with the 4clat that ever distinguishes the
acting of this celebrated tragedian. On Thursday last he appeared
in his favorite part of Virginias, in the Play of that name ; and, as
might be expected, was rewarded by an overflowing audience with the
most rapturous testimonials of applause. He was ably supported by
Mr. Hambltn, late of Drury Lane, who enacted Icilius.
It is said in the theatrical circles that Weber's Opera of Preziosa
is shortly to be produced at Coveat-gardcn Theatre, with all its Ger-
man spleudour ; and that another of Weber's Operas, JRml Hassan,
which contains a most beautiful polacca with , violoncello accompani-
ments, will likewise shortly be produced at Drury-lane. An author
of celebrity has just completed an Opera for the Covent-garden ma-
nagement, the story founded on an incident in the reign of Frederick
the Great, which has never been dramatized.
Mr. Abbott, late of Covent-garden theatre, opens the Dublin
theatre on the 23rd of next month. He has engaged a respectable
company, and is likely to be very successful.
On Monday last the Merchant of Venire was played at the Margate
theatre, on which occasion the veteran Gardner, the proprietor of
the library and loo rooms, personated the character of Shylock. The
house was crowded, and Mr. Gardner — mangre his physical infir-
mities— acquitted himself excellently. He is 78 years of age.
EXHIBITIONS.
Mr. Cross's Grand Collection of Wild Beasts — Exeter-'Change, Strand.
Mr. Finn's Fancy Glass-working Exhibition, in Miniature. Displaying
the whole Art of Medeiiing, Blowing, and Working— 161, Strand.
Printed 8i Published by E. Thomas, Denmarlwonrt, Exeter-'change, Strand.
Where Novels, Plays, Pamphlets, Posting-bills, Hand-bills, Letters, and
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Theatrical Observer, mu$t be post paid, and addressed as above.
C&eatrr &opl, %%pfflfLt%st,
Mr. LISTON's BENEFIT.
This Evening, the Burlesque Entertainment of
Bombastes Furioso.
Artaxominons, Mr WILLIAMS, Fusbus, Mr HUCKEL,
General Bombastes, Mr LISTON, who will introduce the Song of
THE SOLDIER TIRED OF WAR'S ALARMS.
Distaffina, Mrs C. JONES.
After which, the Comedy of
Dog Days in Bond Street.
Mr Tresylian, Mr XV. FARREN, Alfred Tresylian, Mr JOHNSON,
Barnaby Buz, Mr LISTON, Dick Dimity, Mr W. WEST,
Frederick Flashly, Mr VINING, Squeczeerab, Mr WILLIAMS,
Bobby, Mr Ebsworth, Tim, Mr Covexey, Waiter, Mr C. Jones,
Rosamond, Mrs CHATTERLEY.
Mrs Cab, Mrs C. JONES, Chambermaid, Miss WOOD.
After the Play, Mr LISTON will recite
A COMIC ADDRESS,
It» the Favourite Character of MAWWORM .
To which will be added, the Farce of
DEAF AS A POST.
Captain Templeton, Mr COOPER,
Old Walton, Mr YOUNGER, Tristram Sappy, Mr LISTON,
Crupper, Mr EBSWORTH, Gallop, Mr COATES,
Sophy Walton, Miss J. SCOTT, Amy Templeton, Miss WOOD,
Mrs Plumpley, Mrs C. JONES, Sally Maggs, Mrs T. HILL,
To conclude with a New Farce, call'd
^Tivould Puzzle a Conjuror •
Peter, Czar of Muscovy, Mr COOPER, Van Dunder, Mr LISTON,
Peter Stanmitz, Mr HARLEY, Van Block, Mr LEE,
Admiral Varensloff, Mr W. JOHNSON, Officer, Mr C. JONES,
Count de Marville, Mr COVENEY, Waiter, Mr COATES,
Berfha, Mrs CHATTERLEY.
To-morrow, The Clandestine Marriage, with Intrigue, &c.
i
C|)r atre 'Ropal, Cnrtltsij €>pera f^ousr
This Evening, (l:-:t time) a new Musical Farce, called,
e
r©
Man
Mr Blushiogton, [with a Song and wo Song]
Mr MATHEWS,
Sir Thomas Freindlv, Mr W. BENNETT,
Frank Freindlv*, Mr BRODHURST,
Mr Evans, Mr SALTER, Nick. Mr KEELEY,
Doctor Starch, Mr TAYLEURE,
Gyp, Mr W. CHAPMAN, John, Mr MINTQN,
Ladv Freindlv, Mrs GROVE,
Miss Dinah Freindlv, Miss FOVEY,
DarncPhilippa Straitlace, Mrs TAYLEURE,
After which the new Farce of
JLi
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4-
L
ie Koses.
Alderman Marigold, Mr W. BENNETT,
Captain Gordon, Mr BARTLEY,
Sharpset, Mr WRENCH, Edmund, Mr J BLAND,
Timothy Hollyhock, Mr KEELEY,
Rose, Miss HOLDAWAY.
To conclude with, tiie Farce called
Jo
*
: Jonathan W. Donhikins, Mr MATHEWS,
Sir Leathorlip Grossfeeder, Mr BARTLEY,
Mr Ledger, (a Liverpool .Merchant) Mr. \V. BENNETT,
Natty Larkspur, Mr KEELEY, Jemmy Larkspur, Mr TAYLEURE,
Mr Delepiem?, (an American Gentleman) Mr BROADHURST,
Tidy, Mr. SALTER, Butler to Sir L. Grossfeeder, Mr. MINTON,
Agamemnon, (Jonathan's Nigger) Mr SLOMAN,
Lady Grossfeeder, Mrs GROVE, Mary, Miss IIOLD4WAY,
Blanch, (a Black Housemaid) Mrs. BRYAN,
Patty, Misa HENRY, Mrs Lcuiud, Mrs TAYLEURE. ^_^
To-inoirow, Bi other and Slater, with Juuathan in England.
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" Nothing extenuate nor set down aught in malice."
No. 877 TuesdaytrSepl 21^1824. Price Id.
Last night a now Farce, in two acts, was produced here, under the
title of The BaslifvJ Man. It is composed almost wholly of practi-
cal jokes, which the following account will shew:
Jlfr. Blushingion, (Mathews) is sent hy his father to Oxford as a
poor scholar, where he is to make his way hy hard reading ; but in
consequence of a large fortune devolving on him hy the sudden death
of a relation, he quits college and his hooks, and prepares for his
entre into polite life , never ^having been accustomed to this, he is
quite at fault, and his mauwise honte renders him completely ridicu-
lous. He is invited to dine with Sir T. Friendly, (W. Bennett)
with whose daughter Dinah, (Miss Povey) it is proposed to bring
about a match, having beea acquainted with her brother, Frank
Friendly, (Broadhurst) at college. The idea of this visit to Sir
Thomas alarms him as much as an invitation to the infernal regions
might be supposed to do. He foresees lots of blunders and awkward-
nesses, and is only induced to go by the intreaties of his servant. He
is met in the grounds by all Sir Thomas's domestics, whose attentions
and laughter overwhelm him, and he escapes through them to be in-
troduced to their master and his lady, who await him in the library.
Here he commits the most ridiculous mistakes, till at length Sir Tho-
mas coming upon the subject of books, he feels a little more at home ;
and a Xenophon in duodecimo attracts his attention, which he jumps
on a chair to reach, but instead of a book, pulls down a closet-door,
'(Sir Thomas's library being a mere collection on wood) he falls on the
table below, overturns the ink-stand, and spills the ink on the fine
scarlet table-cover. This shocks him, and he pulls out his white
pocket-handkerchief and wipes it up, replacing the inky napkin in his
pocket in the hurry of the confusion that distracts him. The dinner
is now announced, and he hands off the Butler in the place of my
lady. At the dinner table he is quite distressed how to behave him-
self— he spills the salt, which being considered unlucky, my lady re-
quests him to throw some over his left shoulder, when he casts it in
their eyes. A glass of wine is proposed, when he fills his glass from
the vinegar-cruet— then overturns a plate of hot soup on his while
pantaloons — next he burns his mouth with hot pudding, and cools it
with -brandy — finally, being quite overcome with his disasters, and
running down with perspiration, he wipes his face with the inky hand-
kerchief, which blackens his whole countenance, and horror-struck at
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this. accident, and the general laugh, he rises, but having the table-
cloth put through his button-hole., instead of a napkin, his movement
drags the whole contents of the table orF, and ho flics in the most lu-
dicrous confusion. This ends the first net; the second is taken up
with a plot of Sir Thomas's family to teach Jllr. Blushington con-
fidence by an example of impudence on their part. They invite them-
selves-to dine at his house, to his perfect distraction ; and he is loft
to a tete-a-tete with Jlliss Dinah Friendly, Sir Thomas's fair daugh-
ter, which plunges him into further alarms. The young lady pretends
to faint, and he is compelled to take her in his arms. This situation
enables him to look in her face, and lo! he feels the influence of love !
This new feeling, warms him into a little courage; and at dinner,
having been well plied with wine by young Friendly, he gains further
courage. A drunken-scene takes place, and Jfr. Blushington is at
last brought to look all his friends in the face, and avow that the best
remedy for sheepishness, is a pair of preity eyes well applied.
This piece entirely depends, as it may be supposed, on the acting
of ]\ Jr. MATHEWi. He admirably represented the whole character:
and in the courting and the drunken-scenes, particularly, gave the
most amusing picture of an endeavour to overcome that bash fulness
which book-worms are so frequently troubled with. Two or three
songs by Mr. Broadiiurst and Miss Povey were prettily sung, and
the piece altogether was quite successful.
Mr. Liston had a bumper benefit here last night. Vast numbers
were seen going from the doors disappointed of gaining even lobby-
room.
Sadler's Wells. — A new Melo-drame entitled Von Orenburg, the
Hungarian Outlaw ; or, the Castle of the Lake. This piece is writ-
ten by Mr. Bryant, author of several successful pieces at the The
Cobourg, Royalty, &c. It was received most favorably, and, no
doubt, will have a run.
Belfast Theatre. — Mr. Macready's able personation of Shaks-
peare's principal characters continue to prove highly beneficial to the
almo t exhausted treasury of this theatre. The following judicious
and candid strictures on his performance of the part of Coriolanus,
we extract from a well-written and popular Irish Journal, called The
Irishman. " We have seen the Coriolanus of Mr. Mac ready. Had
we not seen the late John Kemele in the same character, we might
liave left the theatre with the impression that Mac-ready had person-
ated this haughty aristocrat with much correctness; but the majesty
of deportment — the fine classic face — the ease and grace, and, if we
may say so, sublimity of demeanour which characterized every move-
ment of Kemble, created such a measure of excellence in our mind,
that it would require such another figure and face as Kemble to sa-
tisfy us with tin- performance of Coriolanus."
Cijcatre llcjyal, l>a^jHaifcct.
— —
This Evening, the Comedy of
1 1 and e s 1 1 ne Mar r i a.p'e
©
Lord Ooleby, Mr W. FARREN,
Sterling, Mr WILLIAMS, Brush, Mr HARLEY,
Sir John Melville, Mr VINING,
Lovewel!, Mr COOPER, Canton, Mr WEST,
Serjeant Flower, Mr YOUNGER,
Traverse, Mr COVENEY, Servant, Mr COATES,
Truman, Mr W. JOHNSON,
Mrs Heidelberg, Mrs WINDSOR,
Miss Sterling, Mrs GIBBS, Betty, Mrs C. JONES,
Fanny, Miss CHESTER.
Chambermaid, Miss Wood, Trusty, Mrs Kendall,
After which, the Comic Piece, called
INTRIGUE.
Captain Rambleton, Mr VINING,
Varnish, Mr W. JOHNSON, Tom, Mr HARLEY*
Ellen, Madame VESTRIS,
who will introduce " What can a 'poor Maiden do V*
and " The dashing white Serjeant-"
In the course of the Piece,
Madame VESTRIS, & Mr HARLEY will introduce
the Comic Duet of " When x little Farm tve keep "
To conclude with a New Farce, calVd
Twould Puzzle a Conjuror.
Baron Von Clump. Mr YOUNGER,
Peter. Czar of Muscovy, Mr COOPER, Van Dunder, Mr USTON,
Peter Stanmitz, Mr HARLEY, Van Block, Mr LEE,
Admiral Varensloff, Mr \V. JOHNSON, Officer. Mr C. JONES,
Count de Marvillc, Mr COVENEY, Waiter, Mr COATES,
Bertha, Mrs CHATTERLEY. -
To-morrow, Sweethearts and Wives, with 'Twould Puzzle a Conjuror,
and A Roland for an Oliver.
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This Evening, (2nd time) a new Musical Farce, called,
lie Bashful Ma;
Mr Blushington, Mr MATHEWS,
Sir Thomas Friendly, Mr W. BENNETT,
Frank Friendly, Mr BRODHURST,
Mr Evans, Mr SALTER, Nick, Mr KEELEY,
Doctor Starch, Mr TAYLEURE,
Gyp, MrW. CHAPMAN. John, Mr MINTON,
Lady Friendly, Mrs GROVE,
Miss Dinah Friendly, Miss POVEY,
Dame Philippa Straitlace, Mrs TAYLEURE,
After which the Farce of
A DMA BAY.
* OldRakely, MrW. BENNETT,
Young- Rakely, Mr. BAKER,
Shirk, MrW CHAPMAN, Bracelet, Mr LODGE,
Rigid, Mr HENRY, Hermitage, Mr COOPER,
Mr Hay, Mr SANDERS, Mr Plush, Mr BARTLEY,
Mr Capias, Mr MINTON.
Caroline, Miss CARR, Frill, Mrs J. WEIPPERT.
Td conclude with, the Farce called
Jonathan In England
Jonathan W. Doubikin, Mr MATHEWS,
Mr Ledger, Mr. W.BENNETT, Mi • Delepierro.Mr BROADHURST,
Sir Leatherlip Grossfeeder, Mr BARTLEY,
Natty Larkspur, Mr KEELEY, Jemmy Larkspur, Mr TAYLEURE,
Agamemnon, (Jonathan's Nigger) Mr SLOMAN,
Tidy, Mr. SALTER, Butler to Sir L. Grossfeeder, Mr. MINTON,
Lady Grossfeeder, Mrs GROVE, Mary, Miss HOLDAWAY,
Blanch, (a Black Housemaid) Mrs. BRYAN,
Patty, Miss HENRY, Mrs Lcmop, Mrs TAYLEURE.
To-morrow, The Bashful Man, Avith Military Tactics, & Jonathan
in England,
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The second performance of The Bashful Man was perfectly suc-
cessful. Mr. Mathews displays in this piece some admirable acting ;
and the shouts of laughter that attended his whole representation of
the blushing hero was a convincing proof of the comic effect produced.
We understand that Mr. Monckieff is the author of this Farce, which
is exactly what we should expect from his pen, which i3 very expert
at stringing ludicrous incidents, although the dialogue i& often "very
poor. There are amongst the jokes in this piece many old acquain-
tances ; and in no instance is a strikingly original one : but still the
object of raising a laugh is amply effected, and, so what is the use of
further criticism on the matter.
A Dun a Day followed, in which $fr. Hartley shines as the per-
plexed, credit-giving tailor. In consequence of the change of the
second piece yesterday morning, Mr. Baker, who was to have played
Young Rakely, in A Dun a Day, being absent in the country, (he
not knowing of the change) Mr. Henry read his part. The enter-
tainments concluded with Mr. Mathews's second dose of fun, ad-
ministered in the form of Jonathan W. Doubikvis.—Tlic house was
crowded.
Ij^ipmKirftet €f)eatrc*
The Comedy of The Clandestine Marriage was repeated here
last night.— Lord Ogleby, b\ Mr. W. Farren, and Fanny, by Miss
Chester. We have go recently spoken of the performance oMlris
piece at this Theatre, that we have nothing new to remark upon it—
Every one knows that the infirm and lordly old beau is one of Mr.
Farrem's very be ^t characters — indeed, no one at present on the stage
can venture to compete the character with him— it is his own property,
and possibly may not pass into other equally successful keeping for
many a year. Mis* Chester in any character of loveliness and sen-,
timent, is the very personification of beauty and virtue. She baa
beeu admired in lively comedy, but her forte does not lie so much in
that line, as that of the more serious parts. Her Dinah Primrose,
in The Young Quaker, and her Mary Thornberry, in John Bull, are
far before her Beatrice or her Lady Teazle. The other characters in
this Comedy were pleasantly performed.
In Intrigue, Mi. HARLEYand Madame Vestris supported the cha-
racters of °Tom and Ellen excellently.— The duct of S! IVhcn a Utile
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Farm we keep," is executed by them so neatly and humorously, that
it is always eneored. The new Farce of ' Twould Puzzle a Conjuror
again amused by dint of Mr. Liston's and Mr. Harlev's humorous
acting, and the effective representation of the Russian autocrat by
Mr. Cooper, who, by the bye, is one of the most useful performers
any theatre can possess ; for his talents can be brought into play in
every species of drama, except Pantomime, he not being light-heeled,
nor capable of playirg the fool, except we reckon Poor Tom, in
Shakspeare's King Lear.
Covent Garden Theatre opens on Monday next, with the tragedy of
Romeo and Juliet, and the last new Pantomime of Harlequin and
Poor Rolin. Mr. C. Kemble is to be Romeo, and Miss F. H. Kelly
Juliet.
Mr. Kean has most handsomely given up his engagement at Lime-
rick, (£40 per night) on finding that the theatre did not fill. He is
engaged for twenty-eight nights at Drury-lane, at £48 per night.
Mr. Charles Kcmblc, whose assiduity in catering for the gratification
of the lovers of the Drama, is always on the alert, is reported to have
engaged that eminent French tragedian, Talma, at an enormous sa-
lary, for twelve nights, as an experiment.
To the Editor of The Theatrical Observer.
Mr. Editor,
Excuse me for my abruptness, if you consider it so, but
really I should feel pleasure in being informed what learned physician
had the felicity of acquainting the public in your Friday's Observer,
of the nervous and very affecting state of the organs, or rather the
'pipes of our female vocalist. Believe me, he has instructed me in a
very useful lesson, and in future, I shall never visit the theatre when
the weather changes, and poor Miss P. &c. are supposed to be out of
order, without first consulting you whether it is proper to do so : for,
certainly, to use your enlightened expression, as we say of a good
horse, 1 wish always to see tUem mfine condition. I feel certain that
the manly Editor never wrote the article, but has been imposed upon
by some effeminate, and would-be-critic.
I remain, your's, &c.
MEDICUS.
Medicus will find, notwithstanding his sneer, that these " delicate
creatures" are perfect barometers.
* " TO CORRESPONDENTS.
* A * To-morrow.
R. S. J. is thanked for his observations.
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This Evening, the favorite Operatic Comedy, called
Sweethearts & Wives
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The Music composed and selected by
Messrs. Whitaker, Nathan, T. Cooke, and Perry.
Admiral Franklyn, Mr W. FARREN,
BiSlv Lackaday, Mr LISTON,
Sandford, Mr MELROSE, Curtis, Mr LEE,
Charles, Mr V1N1NG,
Eugenia, Miss CHESTER,
Mrs Bell, Mrs C JONES, Susan, Mrs GARRICK,
Laura, Madame VESTRIS.
After which a New Farce, call'd
^TwouM Puzzle a Conjuror !
Baron Von Clump. Mr YOUNGER,
Peter, Czar of Muscovy, Mr COOPER, Van Dunder, Mr LISTON,
Peter Stanmitz, Mr HARLEY, Van Block, Mr LEE,
Admiral Varensloff, Mr W. JOHNSON, Officer, Mr C. JONES,
Count de Marville, Mr COVENEY, Waiter, Mr COAXES,
Bertha, Mrs CHATTERLEY.
To conclude with the Musical Entertainment of
A Roland for an Oliver*
Sir Mark Chase, Mr WILLIAMS,
Mr Selborne, Mr PARRY, Gamekeeper, Mr Latham,
Alfred Highflyer,- Mr VINING,
Fixture, Mr HUCKEL," Groom, Mr EBSWORTH,
Gamekeepers and Servants,
Messrs. Brough, Coates, Saunders, Moore, Eames, &c.
Mrs Selborne, Mrs GARRICK,
Maria Darlington, Madame VESTRIS,
_^ Mrs Fixture, Mrs C. JONES.
To-morrow, Love and Gout, — Mr Liston will leciteaComic
Address, — The Devil to Pay, — Singing by Madame Vestris, Mr
Harley, — 'T would Puzzle a Conjuror, — The Deaf Lover, for the
Benefit of Mr W. FARREN.
CiK atte Ho^ai, digits!) $pera$ott0r.
This Erening, (3rd time) a new Musical Farce, called,
The Bashful Man,
Mr Blushington, Mr MATHEWS,
Sir Thomas Friendly, Mr W. BENNETT,
Frank Friendly, Mr BflOpHURST,
Mr Evan*, Mr SALTER, Nick, Mr KEEJ.EY,
Doctor Starch, Mr TAYLEURE,
Gyp, Mr W. CHAPMAN, John, Mr M IN TON,
Lady -Friendly, Mrs GROVE,
Miss Dinah Friendly, Miss PQVEY,
Dame Philippa Straitlace, Mrs TAYLEURE,
After which the Farce of
Military Tactics.
Monsieur Tateur, Mr HARTLEY,
Col Boltrunt, Mr POWER, Finese, MrWRENCN,
La Fleur, Mr BOWMAN,
Captain Francoeur, Mr PEARMAN,
Julie, Miss POVEY.
To conclude with, the Farce called
Jonathan in England
Jonathan W. Doubikin, Mr MATHEWS,
Mr Ledger, Mr. W.BENNETT, Mr Delepierr«,Mr BROADHURST,
Sir Leatherlip Grossfeeder, Mr BARTLEY,
Natty Larkspur, Mr KEELEY, Jemmy Larkspur, Mr TAYLEURE,
Agamemnon, (Jonathan's Nigger) Mr SLOMAN,
fidy, Mr. SALTER, Butler to Sir L. Grossfeeder, Mr. MINTON,
Lady Grossfeeder, Mrs GROVE, Mary, Miss HOLDAWAY,
Blanch, (a Black Housemaid) Mrs. BRYAN,
Patty, Miss HENRY, Mrs Lemop, Mrs TAYLEURE.
To-morrow, The Frozen Lake, with Der Freischuta.
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Mr. Cross's Grand Collection of Wild Beasts — Exeter-'Chanjre, Strand.
Mr. Finn's Fancy Gla^-working Exhibition, in Miniature. Displaying
the whole Art of Modelling, Blowing, and Working— -161, Strand.
Miss Linwood's celebrated Pictures in Needle JVork — Leicester-square-
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There was a crowded and elegant audience here last night, to see
Mr. Mathews in The Bashful Man, and Jonathan in England. He
was highly amusing in each, and was encored in his song in the for-
mer piece, and also his first one in the latter. In Military Tactics,
which was the Interlude, Mr. Pearman had an encore. Miss Povet,
Miss Holdaway, and Mr. Broadiiurst, sang very pleasingly.
Sweethearts and Wives, 'T would Puzzle a Can juror, and a Roland
for an Oliver, were the entertainments last night, and afforded great
amusement to a most numerous and genteel audience.
Mr. W. Farren takes his benefit here to-night, and, as our play-
bill will shew, presents a mass of entertaining pieces. Love and Gout
has not been acted for several years. Mr. Lis ton also repeats his
Comic Address in the character of Mawworm.
Covcnt Garden Theatre will be opened for the season on Monday
next, September 27. The other nights of performing during the week
will be Wednesday, Thursday, and Saturday.
Boulogne English Theatre. — Mr. Smithson, the proprietor of
this Theatre, has conducted it with great spirit, although he has not
been so successful as he deserved. Mr. Wallack and Mr. J. Knight
lias been acting here, and the charming Miss Smtthson is engaged for
a few nights. Many of our best Comedies and Farces have been very
respectably acted.
Mr. Kean's Benefit at the Galway Theatre, was a complete bum-
per. The Galway Paper states, that during Mr. Kean's stay in that
city, some unknown villain or villains, for purposes which no one can
divine, cut and destroyed the pannels of his carriage.
* The Theatre at Sydney appears to be in a very flourishing state/
said a gentleman to John Kemble, speaking of the Botany Bay the-
atricals. " Yes," replied the tragedian. " the performers ought to be
all good, for they have been selected and sent to that situation by very
excellent Judges.1'
~~ TO correspondents'
A Play-Goer, from the Haymarket. is right, respecting the ' Young Lady'
there. — But it is not necessary to insert his Letter.
Justicia partly differs from us respecting Miss C — . However, there is
some truth in her remarks, The other actress should be more brought forward.
THE THEATRICAL OBSERVER.
To the Editor of The Theatrical Observer.
Sir — There is no subject which has been held up to public censure
more than Amateur theatricals. The finger of ridicule has been
pointed against those votaries of the drama who choose to amuse them-
selves in this species of entertainment, and tbe sarcastic grin of con-
tempt ever accompanies the mention of our amateur's name. Certainly
there are many who commit " murder most foul/' yet the generality
are respectable — some few excellent instances are before our eyes ; and
when we recollect the boyish days of our two first tragedians, Keast
and Young, likewise of many other excellent actors, not forgetting
the celebrated Harley, wo must own that private theatricals are not
to be despised. I myself, when a youth, had the honor of playing
with Mr. Young ; little did he then think that he would ever be at the
head of the first theatre in the world.
I have been induced to make the above remarks, in consequence of
witnessing the representation of Morton's School of Reform, at the
Amateur Theatre, Crown Street, on Friday last. — (I have heard it
had boon performed once before) It was well got up, and played in
a superior style. Mr. Percival's General Tarragon possessed a vein
of humor, natural and unaffected.-— His performance was strongly
marked, and characterized by genuine comic humor. His style of
playing brought forcibly to my recollection the peculiar merits of the
celebrated Quick : he possessed all the quaint ire ss and expression of
his great original ; the all-subduing talent which never failed of in-
spiring wonder and delight in every beholder, was not looked for in
such a novice as Mr. P. ; he, however, acquitted himself in a manner
highly gratifying to himself and his friends. Mr. Morrisoon's Fre-
derick, was most vile ; and Mr. Selwyn's Lord Awndale, dull and
inanimate. We were highly delighted by the admirable manner in
which Robert Tyke was played by Mr. Hamylton: he gave a natural
and truly effective picture of the rustic rogue. — The confidence of big
early scenes, and remorse and agonies of his latter ones, were dis-
played in a style the frequenters of Amateur Theatres are seldom ac-
customed to witness. — He gave the detail of his father's death in an
excellent and affecttfig manner. T have seen that great master of the
passions, Mr. Emery, in this character, and likewise his talented suc-
cessor, Mr. Rayner, and must admit their delineations to be truly
awful. To draw a comparison betweeu them and my present subject,
would be, perhaps, ridiculous ; yet I may venture to aver, that when
time shall have matured the rising talents of Mr. H. he will, in tbe
true sense of the word, become not only a useful but a good actor. —
He appears to be very young — his dress was not suitable, and his
dialect in many parts very deiecti've. i.]L;s Leicester's Mrs. Fer-
ment was an excellent pciicnr.ance. The JVedding Day, and Is He
Jealous? concluded the evening's entertainments. * A *
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FOR THE RENEyiT OF MR,. W. FARREtf.
This Evening, the Comedy of
LOVE AND GOUT.
Sir Solomon Gander, Mr LISTON, Buz, Mr VINING,
Old Ardent, Mr W. FARREN,
Young Ardent, Mr JOHNSON, Drudge, Mr W. JOHNSON*,
Rusty, Mr WILLIAMS, Shears, Mr WILKINSON,
O'Blundei^MrLEE, Waiter, Mr COVENEY, Thomas, Mr COATES,
Lady Gander, Mrs WINDSOR, Miss Dimple, Mrs KENDALL,
Sabrina, Mrs T. HILL, Lucy, Mrs G. JONES.
After the Play, Mr. LISTON will recite A COMIC ADDRESS,
hi the Favorite Character of MAWWORM.
To which will be addded, the Farce of
THE DEVIL TO PAY.
Sir John Loverule, Mr HUCKEL, Jobson, Mr W. FARREN,
Butler, Mr Buough, Cook, Mr Ebswortii, Doctor, Mr W. Johnson,
Lady Loverule, Mrs T. HILL, Nell, Madame VESTRIS.
Lucy, Miss WOOD, Lettuce, Mrs KENDALL.
In the course of the Evening, Madame VESTRIS will sing
" In Infancy our Hopes and Fears."
Mr HARLEY will sing " The Great Mogul, and the Blue Bottle"
" When a little Farm we keep." by Mad. VESTRIS & Mr HARLEY.
To which will be added, the Farce of
'TwouM Puzzle a Conjuror I
Baron Von Clump. Mr YOUNGER,
Peter, Czar of Muscovy, Mr COOPER, Van Durrdcr, Mr LISTON,
Peter Stanmitz. Mr HARLEY, Van Block, Mr LEE,
Admiral VarenslolT, Mr \V. JOHNSON, Officer. Mr C. JONES,
Count dc Marville, Mr COVENEY, Waiter, Mr COATES,
Bertha, Mrs CHATTERLEY.
To conclude with (altered in One Act)
THE BE A FLO VER.
The Deaf Lover, Mr W, FARREN,
Young Wrongward, Mr COVENEY, Canteen, Mr HUCKEL,
Old Wrongward, Mr YOUNGER, Sternhold, Mr COATES,
Sophia, Miss J. SCOTT, Chambermaid, Miss WOOD,
Betty Blossom, Mrs T. HILL,
To-morrow, The Country Girl, with 'Twould Puzzle a Conjuror,
and Two Strings to your Bow.
C[)iatre l\oj>al, Cnglis!) $>peva House
This Evening, (Mlh time) a new Musical Drama, called
le jp ro^e
C.
The Grand Duke of Suabia, Mr BARTLEY,
Prince de Nenbourg, Mr WRENCH,
Marq. de Valborn, Mr Perkins, Wilbelm, Mr Keeley
Count de Linsberg, Mr PEARR1AN,
First Page, Mr Deering, Second Page, Mr. Henry ,
Domestics, Messrs Minton and Mr Povey,
Princess Louisa, Miss NOEL,
Baroness Matilda de Rosefeld, Miss KELLY,
Countess de Walstein, Miss
After which, a Musical Performance, called
re
ClllliZ
•
Or, the SVENTH BULLET ! .
Kuno, [Ranger of the Forest] Mr BARTLEY,
Rodolph, j> Huntsman'] Mr PEARMAN,
Ottocar, Mr BAKER, Kii ian, Mr TAYLEURE,
Casper, ( a Huntsman J Mr BENNETT,
/ Zamiel, (Spirit of the Forest) Mr J. COOPER,
Rollo, [a Huntsman] Mr H. PHILLIPS,
Huntsmen, Mess. Henry, J. Bland, and Lodge,
Agnes, (Kunos Daughter) Miss PATON,
Ann, Miss POVEY,
Witch of the Wolfs Glen, Mrs BRYAN,
Bridesmaids, Misses Boden, Henry, Holdaway,
M. Nicol, Southwell, & Mrs J.Weippert.
A German Waltz, by Misses Romer, Griffiths, Vials,
Reid. Wells, Vine, Mess. Bowman, & Willis.
To-moiTOw, The Bashful Man, with Jonathan in England.
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Mr. Cross's Grand Collection of Wild Beasts — Exeter-'Change, Strand.
Mr. "Finn's Fancy Glass-working Exhibition, in Miniature. Displaying
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No. 880 Friday, Sept. 24, 1824. Price Id.
This day is the Anniversary of the first appearance of this Paper.
Three years have now elapsed, and it can with truth be said, that its
pages have always been marked by an endeavour to support the best
interests of the British Stage, which includes the histrionic and li-
terary character, with the moral reputation that should distinguish
the national Theatre of an enlightened and well regulated society.— r
Our excrtious shall not cease, and we, therefore, may confidently look
forward to a long continuance of the same liberal patronage which
we have attained in every class.
The Frozen Lake still affords exercise for the skill of Miss Kelly,
Mr. Pearman, Mr. Keeley, &c. who glide over the affair very
smoothly. In Der Freischutz we again had the pleasure of hearing
Miss Patox sing. We presume she will support the same character
in this piece when produced at Co vent Garden Theatre, where it is in
preparation with the greatest possible effect. If Mr. Bennett is to
play there his present character of Caspar, we do in treat of him to
get rid of that peculiar false emphasis which so often disfigures his
delivery. His own car, if he has no judicious friend at hand, might
surely rectify this.
Mr. \V. Farren had his Benefit here last night— we were not pre-
sent, and, therefore, know nothing about it.
The Young Lady who made her debut as Peggy, in The Country
Girl, the other night, appears for the second time this evening.
We hear that the celebrated French tragedian, Talma, is engaged
for twelve nights at Covent Garden Theatre. It is said that this gen-
tleman was born in Dean Street, Soho, and went in early life to France,
notwithstanding which he speaks the English tongue fluently. , We
conceive, however, that his performance of English characters will be
more curious than correct.
THE THEATRICAL OBSERVER.
Covcnt Garden Theatre will be opened for the Reason on Monday
next, September 27. The other nights of performing during the week
will be Wednesday, Thursday, and Saturday.
Surrey. — This beautiful and pleasant Summer Theatre is nightly
attended in a most gratifying manner, and the able efforts made in
every department to merit public favor is thus jnstly rewarded. The
performances of to-night are Der Freischutz, with The Burning
Bridge.
A Son of Mr. Harris, one of the Proprietors of Covent Garden
Theatre, was, lately, nearly drowned on the French coast.
Mr. Liston is not, we understand, to appear in London during the
ensuing winter season. Report says, he has in a view a retreat for a
time, to the environs of Bath, to enjoy his past fame, and the solid
returns it has produced him.
The Manchester Theatre had to boast of a numerous and brilliant
audience on Saturday night. The Play was Shakspeare's sterling
Comedy of As You Like It, in which the fascinating Miss M. Tree
performed the love-sick and romantic Rosalind, with all her wonted
excellence : indeed, the part never possessed a more graceful or effi-
cient representative. In addition to the songs in the drama she in-
troduced (her own) ' Home, sweet home,' and " Rest Warrior, rest'
which were applauded to the " echo." The veteran Blanchard, ap-
peared as Touchstone, and he never embodied this extraordinary
creation of the great poet's mind with more animation and masterly
judgment. The afterpiece was that mirth-inspiring Farce of Simpson
and Co. and the distressing dilemmas and whimsical situations of the
poor tortured and perplexed Mr Simpson, kept John Bull and his
fair spouse on the broad giin for the, rest of the evening.
To the Editor of The Theatrical Observer.
Sir,
Well knowing your willingness to oblige whenever it is in
your power, I take the liberty of requesting you will inform me, upon
what principles the Amateur Theatre, in Crown Street, is carried on.
The fact is this ; — it having been remarked by many of my friends,
that I have a tolerable ability for the drama, I wish to take a cha-
racter at some private theatre, by way of trial — therefore, if you can
give me any information with this view, you will extremely oblige,
A Constant Readdr.
We have inserted the above in order to effect the writer's object, as
we are utterly unacquainted with the theatre in question, or Any one1
connected with it. — Ed.
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This Evening the Comedy of
The Cotmtry GirL
Moody, Mr WILLIAMS, Sparkish, Mr VIMNG,
Harcourt, Mr COOPER,
Belville, Mr JOHNSON, Footman, Mr C JONES,
Peggy, by A YOUNG LADY,
Alithea, Mrs W. CLIFFORD, Lucy, Mrs JONES,
To which will be added, the Farce of
"Twould Puzzle a Conjuror!
Baron Von Clump. Mr YOUNGER,
Peter, Czar of Muscovy, Mr COOPER, Van Dunder, Mr LISTON,
Peter Stanmitz, Mr HARLEY, Van Block, Mr LEE,
Admiral Varensloff, Mr W. JOHNSON, Officer, Mr C. JONES>
Count de Marvillc, Mr COVENEY, Waiter, Mr COATES,.
Bertha, Mrs CHATTERLEY.
To conclude with Farce of TWO
Strings to your Bow0
Borachio, Mr WILLIAMS,
Lazarillo, Mr LISTON. Ferdinand, Mr VINING,
Don Pedro, Mr YOUNGER,
Oetavia, Mr JOHNSON, Don Sancho, Mr LEE,
Donna Clara, Madame VESTRIS,
Leonora, Mrs T. HILL.
To-morrow, Dog Days in Bond Street, with 'Twould Puzzle a
Conjuror, Married and Single,
Cljf att e fcopal, Cngltslj €>jpeia i>ouse
''H'WIIHIIIIUW
This Evening, a new Musical Farce, called,
A"fev
itiii man.
Mr Blushington, Mr MATHEWS,
Sir Thomas Friendly, Mr W. BENNETT,
Frank Friendly, Mr BROADHURST,
Mr Evans, Mi SALTER, Nick, Mr KEELEY
Doctor Starch, Mr TAYLEURE,
Gyp, Mr W. CHAPMAN, John, Mr MINTON,
Lady Friendly, Mrs GROVE,
Miss Dinah Friendly, Miss POVEY,
Dame Pfaflippa Straitlace, Mrs TAYLEURE,
After which the Farce of
s He Jealous ?
Mr Belmonr, Mr WRENCH,
Servants, Mr LODGE, and Mr BOWMAN,
Harriet, Miss KELLY.
Mrs Belmour, Miss CARR, Rose, Mrs WE1PPERT-
To conclude with, the Farce called
Jonathan in England
Jonathan W. Doubikin, Mr MATHEWS,
Mr Ledger, Mr. W.BENNETT, Mr Dclepierra.MrBROADHURST,
Sir Leatherlip Grossfeeder, Mr BARTLEY,
Natty Larkspur, Mr KEELEY, Jemmy Larkspur, Mr TAYLEURE,
Agamemnon, (Jonathan's Nigger) Mr SLOMAN,
Tidy, Mr. SALTER, Butler to Sir L. Grossfeeder, Mr. MINTON,
Lady Grossfeeder, Mrs GROVE, Mary, Miss HOLDAWAY,
Blanch, {a Black Housemaid) Mrs. BRYAN,
Patty, Mis* HENRY, Mi* Lcuiod, Mis TAYLEURE.
To-morrow, The Frozen Lake, with Dcr Frcischutz.
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The second appearance of the " Young Lady," in the character of
J\Ii88 Peggy, in the Comedy of The Country Girl, drew a very nu-
merous audience to this jhouse last night. As far as a judgment can
be formed from a performance of a single character, we may take on
ourselves to pass a decided opinion of this debutante. Her represen-
tation of The Country Girl is replete with proofs of talent for the
stage, yet it is n©t, in every respect, the true Miss Peggy. The
great charm which Mrs. Jordan threw around the character was an
indescribable naivete ; an artless manner concealing much natural cun-
ning. In her style of performing the part, there was nothing to be
discovered to lead you to suppose there was any acting, except where
the deception Peggy practices on her bud, requires its display. Now,
this '* Young Lady" (we know her by no other name) is frequently
found acting where all should be pure simplicity. We know, that be-
fore this art of simplicity can be fully attained, great confidence is
required, and much practice, which we are inclined to believe this
" Young Lady" has not yet had. It is, therefore, with a considera-
tion of this alterable defect, that we venture to assert, when further
experience shall shew her in the full possession of her powers, she
will command general admiration. Even at present, she is capable,
in the character in question, to elicit very just applause, and which
was showered upon her animated efforts very profusely last night.—
She has qualities that evidently calculate her to shine in a superior
sphere of the drama, and she may therefore look forward to become
a London star at no very distant period. Her person is very pre-
possessing ; and her features capable of much varied and agreeable
expression : 'her speaking voice pleasing, and perfectly at her com-
mand, and, in general, admirably modulated to the sense of her au-
thor. In short, we have very high hopes of this " Young Lady," who
has but to attain a little more experience, and we may expect her to
be ranked amongst our London favorites.
Mr. Cooper, Mr. Johnson, and Mr. Vining, represented the Gen-
tlemen of the piece very well. The latter in the drunken-scene, acted
with superior effect. Mrs, Clifford; as Jllithea, end Mrs. C. Jones,
-as Lucy, assisted very ably in giving due effect to the Comedy. But
of Mr. Williams's Moody, we must make this remark, that the cha-
racter required more of the air of the man of breeding than he threw
THE THEATRICAL OBSERVER.
into it. At the close of Epilogue, spoken very excellently by the
" Young Lady," several rounds of applause marked the approbation
of the audience.
A new Musical Piece, in one act, entitled Birds without Feathers,
is in rehearsal here, and will be produced next week.
Another crowded audience was assembled here last night, to see
the Musical Farce of The Bashful Man, witb-the Comic Operetta of
Is He Jealous ? and the Farce of Jonathan in England. In the for-
mer piece, Mr. Mathews acted with his usual comic humor, and re-
ceived thunders of applause. Mr. Wrench and Miss Kelly, in the
second piece, performed with their accustomed excellence ; and Mr.
Mathews, in Jonathan W. Doubikins, kept the audience wide awake.
Covent Garden Theatre will be opened for the season on Monday
next, September 27. The other nights of performing during the week
will be Wednesday, Thursday, and Saturday.
Sadler's Wells. — This Theatre has been very numerously attended
this week to witness the representation of a new melo-drama, entitled
Von Orenburg, the Hungarian Outlaw ; or, the Castle \ of the Lake.
Mr. Mortimer, in the Ontlaw, surprised us with his excellent acting.
Cartlich, as a Fop in a dragoon dress, reminded us of a * Tenth."
No person, we are certain, can play the Fool better than Vale ; and
Bryant, in the Irishman, performed and sang with much spirit. —
This gentleman is an acquisition both as an author and performer.
Mrs. Wilkinson is an excellent heroine; and Miss Johnston never
sang better.
Brighton Theatre. — A new after-piece, entitled The Cupid of
Brighton, altered from a piece produced at the Adelphi Theatre last
season, for the Benefit of Mrs. Baker, has been acted here twice.—
Russell has an amusing character in it, and a view of the Chain Pier
has been introduced. — It is by Mr. Morris, and possesses consider-
able merit. Mrs. Baker, it is said, is engaged at one of the great
winter theatres, and we hope this report is true, for we know no one
who would be a more valuable acquisition to either of those houses,
in the characters sustained by Miss Foote and Miss Beaumont, than
this lady. She appeared on Wednesday in Little Pickle, and was
rapturously encored in the Hornpipe ; and on Thursday, by particular
desire, the part of Young Norval, in the Play of Douglas.— Der
Freischutz has done wonders. T. Cooke and Mountain have been
re-engaged. The Piece has already been played nine successive nights
and is announced for three more.
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This Evening will be performed the Comedy of
DOG DAYS
IN BOND STREET
Mr Tresyban, Mr VV. FARREN,
Barnab.y Buz, Mr LISTON, Dick Dimitv, Mr WEST
Frederick Flashlv, Mr VINING,
Squeezecrab* Mr WILLIAMS, Tim, Mr COVENEY,
Alfred Tresylian, Mr JOHNSON,
Bobby, Mr EBSWOTH, Waiter, Mr C. JONES,
Rosamond, Mrs CHATTERLEY,
Cab, MrsC. JONES, Chambermaid, Miss WOOD.
To which will be added, the Farce of
"Tivould Puzzle a Conjuror !
Baron Von Clump. Mr YOUNGER,
Peter, Czar of Muscovy, Mr COOPER, Van Dander, Mr LISTON,
Peter Stanmitz, Mr HARLEY, Van Block, Mr LEE,
Admiral Varensloff, Mr W. JOHNSON. Officer. Mr C. JONES,
Count de Marville, Mr COVENEY, Waiter, Mr COATES,
Bertfea, Mrs CHATTERLEY.
To conclude, with the New Comedy of
Married mid Single.
Beau Shatter] y, Mr W. FARREN,
Kckeftdn, Mr POPE, Mel ford, Mr COOPER,
Ferret, Mr. W. WEST, Captain O'Rapper, Mr LEE,
Scamper, Mr VINING, Servant, Mr MOORE,
Officer, MrC. JONES, Mr Cram well, MrCOVENEY,
Mrs Bickerton, Mrs GLOVER.
Mrs Shatterly, Mrs C. JONES, Fanny, Mrs T. HILL,
Mrs Cram well, Mrs COVENEY.
On Monday, Sweethearts and Wive?, with Panl and Virginia, and
'Twould Puzzle a Conjuror.
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V ■ i iHBII IMWII IWW
This Evening, a new Muskjal Drama, ©alh>d
The Grand Duke of Suabia, Mr HARTLEY,
Prince de Neubourg, Mr WRENCH,
Marq. de Valborn, Mr Perkins, Wilhelm, Mr Keelej
Count de Linsberg, Mr PEARMAN,
First Page, Mr Deering, Second Page, Mr. Henrj
Domestics, Messrs Minton and Mr Povey,
Princess Louisa, Miss NOEL,
Baroness Matilda de Rosefeld, Miss KELLY,
Countess de Walstein, Miss HENRY.
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After which, a Musical Permormance, called
Ber Frelschutz ;
Or, the SVBNTH BULLET !
Kuno, [Ranger of the Forest] Mr BARTLEY,
Rodolph, [a Huntsman] Mr PEARMAN,
Ottocar, Mr BAKER, Kil ian, Mr TAYLEURE,
Casper, ( a Huntsman J Mr BENNETT,
Zamiel, (Spirit of the Forest) Mr J. COOPER,
Rollo, [a Huntsman] Mr H. PHILLIPS,
Huntsmen, Mess. Henry, J. Biand9 and Lodge.
Agues, (Kuno a Daughter) Miss PATON,
Ann, MissPOVEY,
Witch of the Wolfs Glen, Mrs BRYAN,
Bridesmaids, Misses Boden, Henry, HoIdaway9
M. Nicol, Southwell, & Mrs J. Weippert.
German Waltz, by Misses Romer, Griffiths, Vials,
Reid. Wells, Vine, Mess. Bowman, &- Willis.
On Monday, The Bashful Man, with Belles without Beaux, and
Jonathan in England.
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Covent Garden Theatre Opens por tub Season this Evening.
ISap^marfect €f)eatr&
The piece called Dog Days in Bond Street, with 'Twoidd Puzzle
a Conjurer, and Married and Single, were acted on Saturday night
to a numerous audience, and afforded much entertainment.
The Frozen Lake, and Der Freischut.z, were the performances of
Saturday night. In the latter, the fine music executed by Miss Paton,
Miss Povey, Mr. Pear man, Mr. H. Phillips, &c. gave the highest
delight to a most numerous audience.
Direful Robbery. — We have to mention a disaster which has be-
fallen three of our popular public singers, as they are called in the
Provincial Paper. Messrs. Evans, Collyer, and Fitzwilliam have
been jointly and severally robbed of their portmanteaux, which not
only contained their clothes and music, but their cash ! This mishap
is stated to have happened on the road between Ilfracombe and Barn-
staple, by the cutting off the said portmanteaux from their carriage !
A reward of £20. is offered for all the cash, jewellery, music paper,
and other valuables therein contained ; from whence we may gather
that their individual loss in respect of the said clothes, cash, &c. is
of a very considerable amount I We hope the miscreants who could
so shamefully rob three such popular singers, who were, we under-
stand, in high glee at the amount of cash their successful talents had
produced them, will be speedily caught and brought to condign pu-
nishment.
Miss M. Tree, of Covent Garden Theatre, arrived at Southampton
on Monday, under an engagement to play four nights at that theatre.
She played at Manchester on Saturday evening, and, travelling during
almost the whole interval, arrived only two hours before she was to
appear on the stage. In consequence, no doubt, of such great exer-
tions, she was taken very ill on Wednesday with a spitting of blood,
&c. : which, to the great regret of her numerous admirers, has dis-
qualified her from acting at Southampton any more this feason.— Bri-
tish Press.
Cfjeatre 3&oj>ai, Cogent €ait>en.
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First JVight of the Season.
This Evening, Shaksp^are's Tragedy of
Romeo and Juli
Prince Escalus, Mr IIORREBOW, J
Paris, Mr MASON, Montague, Mr CLAREMONT,
Romeo, MrC. KEMBLE,
€apulet, Mr EGERTON, Benvolio, Mr BAKER,
Mercutio, Mr JONES, Tvbalt, Mr CONNOR,
Friar Lawrence, Mr CHAPMAN,
Friar John, Mr MEARS, Balthazar, Mr LEY,
Apothecary, Mr MEADOWS, Abram, Mr HEATH,
Page, Master Longhurst, Samson, Mr Atkins.
Gregory, Mr NORRIS, Peter, Mr KEELEY.
Lady Capulel, Mrs FAUCIT, 1
Nurse, Mrs DAVENPORT.
Juliet, Miss F. H. KFLLY.
In Act /. a MASQUERADE and DANCE.
Incidental to the Piece.
In act V. The Funeral Procession of Juliet, Sf a Solem?i Dirge.
To conclude with the last new popular Comic Pantomime, called
Harlequin Sf Poor Robin ;
Or, The House that Jack Built*
Jack the Miller, (afterwards Harlequin.) Mr ELLAR,
Poor Robin, or Poor Sir Bob. (the Astrologer) Mr J. ISAACS.
Gaffer Gandy, (afterwards Pantaloon) Mr BARNES,
The Rat — the Cat — the Dog — by Deputauts.
The Priest (afterwards Clown) Mr J. S. GRIMALDI,
Giles, Mr MtiARS, Ralph, Mr HENRY, Hodge, Mr TINNEY,
Squire Sap, (afterwards Dandy Lover) Mr HEATH,
Ploughshare, Mr NORRIS, The Cock, Master STRUTT,
The Cow, witb the Crumpled Horn, by an AMATEUR,
Rosebud, the Maid all Forlorn, (afterwards Columbine) Mrs VEDY.
Cupid, the Messenger of Venus, Miss H. BODEN,
The other JVights of Actins; this Week are Wednesday,
Thursday, S; Saturday.
On Wednesday, Pride shall have a Fall, with Brother and Sister.
Sweethearts & Wives
This Bveni»g,tlie favorite Operatic Comedy, called
ivcs.
The Jilusic composed and selected by
Messrs. Whitaker, Nathan, T. Cooke,' and Perry.
Admiral Franklyn, Mr W. FARREN,
Billy Lackadav, Mr LISTON,
Sandford, Mr MELROSE, Curtis, Mr LEE,
Charles, Mr V1NING,
Eugenia, Miss CHESTER,
Mrs Bell, Mrs C. JONES, Susan, Mrs GARRICK,
Laura, Madame YESTRIS.
After which the Musical Entertainment of
"SB W»
, Paul, Madame VESTRIS, Tropic, Mr HUCKEL,
Alambra, (first time) Mr W. WEST,
Don Antonio, Mr COVENEY, Sailor, Mr COATES,
Dominipue, Mr WILLIAMS,
Diego, Mr LATHAM, Sebastian, Mr C. JONES,
Officer, Mr EBSWORTH,
Jacinth*, Mrs C. JONES, Mary, Mrs COVENEY.
Virginia, Mrs T. HILL.
■igpn
To' conclude with a New Farce, call'd
'TivouM Puzzle a Conjuror!
Baron Von Clump. Mr YOUNGER,'
Peter, Czar of Muscovy, Mr COOPER, Van Dunder, Mr LFSTON,
Peter Staamits, Mr HARLEV, Van Block, Mr LEE,
Admiral Varensloff, Mr \V. JOHNSON, Officer, Mr C. JONES,
Count de Marvillc, Mr COVENEY, Waiter, Mr COATES,
Bertha, Mrs CHATTERLEY.
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To-morrow, The Rivals, with the Devil to Pay, &c.
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there are opportunities for a close adherence to actual character,
which Mr. Mathews takes full advantage of. This Farce is a tissue
of incidents rendered very comic by the acting in the principal part,
and without Mathews it would be a perfect nonentity. Miss Kelly,
in the character of Mrs. Dashington, in the comic piece of Belles
without Beauac, was highly amusing : and afterwards Mr. Mathews
kept up the laugh as Jonathan W. Doubikins — The house was crowded
in every part.
Mr. Stevenson, the veteran box-hook keeper of this Theatre, has
hi9 Benefit on Thursday next, when he presents us with that extra-
ordinary piece The Vampire, and other excellent entertainments.
m2»aaEr.rza£3j3iC£
Sweethearts and Wives must ever he favorites, and the way in
which they have been made use of here, has not lessened the interest
they are generally found to possess with us lords of the creation.
J? aul and Virginia, which is a pretty little piece, was very well
acted, and Madame Vestris looked and sang in a most interesting
manner. Mr. Liston, as Van Bunder, in the new Farce, aided by
Mr. Harlev, Mr. Cooper, &c. render that piece entertaining enough.
A new Musical Farce, entitled u Birds ivithout Feathers/' is in re-
hearsal here, and will be produced on Thursday next.
Surrey. — This house was numerously attended last night, to sec
the 19th representation of Der Freischutz ; or, the Bemon of the
Wolfs Glen and the Seven Charmed Bullets ! and the melo-drama of
The Gipsies' Haunt. In the former piece, Mr. Rowbotham acted
the character of Rodolph with considerable effect ; and in the latter
Mr. H. Kemble, Mr. Rowbotham, Mr. Loveday, &c. performed their
several parts uncommonly well.
Sadler's Wells. — This Theatre was last night very well attended,
to see the popular pieces of The Vigil of St. Mark, with the comic
burletta of The Mistakes of a Nigfd, and the drama of Von Oren-
burg, the Hungarian Outlaw ; or, the Castle of the Lake, all of
which were most pleasantly acted.
Datis's Amphitheatre. — The grand Military Spectacle of The
Battle of Waterloo, continues to atti act brilliant and crowded au-
diences to this place of amusement.
" EXHIBITIONS.
Mr. Cross's Grand Collection of Wild Beasts — Exeter-'Change, Strand.
Mr. F«nn's Fancy Glass-working Exhibition, in Miniature. Displaying
the. whole Art of Modelling, Blowing, and Working— 161, Strand.
^rinred & Published by K. Thomas. Denmark-court, Exet^i-'ohansfe, Strand.
Where Novels, Plays, Pamphlets, Posting-bills, Hand-bills, Letters, and
Cards are Printed, on the lowest Terms. — All Communications for The
Theatrical Observer, mujst be post paid, and addressed as above.
theatre &opal, i^jtalut.
This Evening1, Sheridan's Comedv of
THE RIVALS.
Sir Antony Absolute, Mr W, FARREN,
Captain Absolute, Mr VINING,
Faulkland, Mr COOPER, Acres, Mr LISTON.
Sir Lucius O'Trigger, Mr LEE,
Fag, Mr COVENEY, David, Mr HUCKEL,
Coachman, Mr W. JOHNSON,
Servants, Messrs. C. JONES, & COATES,
Mrs Malaprop, Mrs WINDSOR,
Julia, MrsCHATTERLEY,
Lydia Languish, Miss CHESTER.
Lucy, Mrs C. JONES. Maid, Mrs KENDALL,
To which will be addded, the Farce of
f
'Twoidd Puzzle a Conjuror 1
Baron Von Clump. Mr YOUNGER,
Peter, Czar of Muscovy, Mr COOPER, Van Dunder, Mr LISTON,
Peter Stanmitz, Mr HARLEY, Van Block, Mr LEE,
Admiral Varensloff, Mr W. JOHNSON, Officer, Mr C. JONES ,
Count de Marville, Mr COVENEY, Waiter, Mr COATES,
Bertha, Mrs CHATTERLEV.
To'conclude with a New Farce, call'd
The Devil to Pay.
Sir John Lovcrule, Mr HUCKEL, Jobson, Mr W. FARREN,
Butler, Mr Brough, Cook, Mr Ebsworth, Doctor, Mr W. Johxso.v,
Lady Lovorule, Mrs T. HILL, Neli, Madame VESTRiS.
Lucy, Miss WOOD, Lettuce, Mrs KENDALL.
To-morrow, Sweethearts and Wires, with 'Twould Puzzle a Conjuror
and Paul & Virginia.
Cfn atre 'Eopal, Cngltsli ®mm ^o<
uaaM»gg*^ragfjs
This Evening", a new Musical Farce, called,
r Blushington, Mr MATHEWS,
Sir Thomas Friendly, Mr
Frank Friendly/ Mr BE
Mr Evans, Mr SALTER, Nick, Mr KEELEY,
Doctor Starch, Mr TAYLEURE,
Gyp, Mr W. CHAPMAN, John, Mr M1NTON,
Lady Friendly, Mrs GROVE,
Miss Dinah Friendly, Miss POVEY,
DamePhilippa Straitlace, Mrs TAYLEURE,
After which the Farce of
0
e
A
Mr Markam, Mr WRENCH,
Mr Scamper, Mr PEARMAN, Nicks, Mr SALTER,
Followers, Messrs. LODGE & SAUNDERS.
Mrs Markam, Miss CARR, Cicely, Miss KELLY,
Caroline, Miss HOLDAWAY.
To conclude with, the Farce called
inland
Jonathan W. Douhikins, Mr MATHEWS,
Mr Ledger, Mr. W.BENNETT, Mr Delepierro.Mr BROADIIURST,
Sir Leatherlip Grossfeeder, Mr BARTLEY,
Katty Larkspur, Mr KEELEY, Jemmy Larkspur, Mr TAYLEURE,
Agamemnon, (Jonathan's Nigger) Mr. SLOMAN,
Tidy, Mr. SALTER, Butler to Sir L. Grossfeeder, Mr. MINTON,
Lady Grossfeeder, Mrs GROVE, Mary, Miss HOLDAWAY,
Blanch, {a Black Housemaid} Mrs. BRYAN,
Patty, Miss. HENRY, Mrs Lemoo, Mrs TAYLEURE.
To-morrow, The Bashful Man, with Jonathan in England.
THE
iieatrical Gbftevtev ;
Daily Billsof the Play.
** Nothing extenuate nor set down aught in malice."
No. SS4 Wednesday, Sept. 29, 1824. Price Id.
4Engli0t) <©pcra^mi££*
Mr. Mathews's performances and all the entertainments of this
Theatre, are soon about to close for the season. Next week is the
final one, when the doors will be closed on a series of entertainments
that have attracted in an uncommon degree. Last night another
crowded house proved the attractions of The Bashful Man, Mr.
Jonathan IK Doubikins, &c— There was much laughing, and many
palmy honors were bestowed.
I^apmiarfeet €fpatre«
The Comedy of The Rivals was acted here last night, cast with
all the comic strength erf the company. At the head of the list we
had Mr. W. Farren, as Sir Anthony Absolute, a character which at
Drury Lane is in high keeping, being there represented by Mr. Dow-
ton, in a style superior to what any other performer at present on
the Metropolitan Stage, can reach. Mr. Farren's Sir Anthony, we
think, may rank next to Mr. Fawceit's. He certainly shews a per-
fect conception of the character ; and it is only in his physical qua-
lities that any defect is apparent. His scene with his son the Captain,
where he finds him opposed to his wishes, and that where he remarks
his overdone readiness to marry any piece of deformity paternal care
might provide him, were excellently sustained, and properly marked
by the very numerous and genteel audience. Mr. Cooper acted Faulk-
land with much discrimination, and was ably supported by Mrs.
Chatterley. Miss Chester represented Lydia Languish very well,
and, certainly, looked the character excellently, as far as her features
were engaged, but her person does not bear out the idea of the tdeli-
cate and romantic Miss Languish. Mr. Viking played Captain Ab-
solute respectably. He wants a firm style for this character, which
is absolutely necessary to give point to its dialogue. Mrs. Windsor's
tone of voice'does not give sufficient pungency and effect to Mrs.
Malaprop's lapses in her " auricular tongue." However, she acted
the part very respectably. The character of Bob Acres was conferred
on Mr. Liston ; but we must say that,bating his physiognomy, he does
not make it half so humorous as Mr. Harley docs. Mr. Liston too
often trusts to a cock of his eye for creating a laugh ; and in Acres
this will hardly suffice for the filling up which an active and clever
performer such as Harley gives to it. The Comedy, altogether,
seemed to give much entertainment, and was followed by the two
pleasant pieces oVTwould Puzzle a Conjuror, and the Dtvil to Pay.
Cfjeatre &ojml. Cogent Cattjeit.
This Evening, a Comedy with Songs, called,
ride shall have a Fall.
The Music selected and arranged by Mr Wat&ox.
Count Ventoso, Mr W, FARREN,
Slefano, Mr EGERTON, Torrento, Mr JONES,
Lorenzo, a Captain, C j Mr COOPER,
Col. Pistrucci, 1 Sicilianf Mr BAKER,
Major O'Shannon, )Bussarsf Mr CONNOR,
Cornet Count Carmine, f ) Mr YATES,
Spado, Mr BLANCH A RD,
Jailor, Mr TAYLOR, Lazaro, Mr BARNES,
Pisano, Mr HEATH, Civil Officer, Mr HENRY,
Lorenzo's Servant, Mr J. COOPER,
Officer, Mr AUSTIN, Bernardo, Mr MEARS,
Prisoners, Messrs. Norris, Ley, Ryals, &c.
SEREJVADERS.
Messrs. J. ISAACS, TINNEY, LONGHURST,
Victoria, Mis^PATON,
Countess Ventoso, Mrs DAVENPORT,
Leonora, Miss LOVE-
To conclude with the Musical Farce of
net iSisier.
The Music composed by Mr Bishop.
Don Christoval de Tonnes, Mr FAWCETT,
Don Sylvio, Mr DURU8ET, Pachecho, Mr MEADOWS,
Bartalo, Mr BLANCHARD,
Donna Isidora, Miss PATON, Rosanthe, Miss LOVE,
Donna Camilla, Mrs VINING, Agatha, Miss JONES.
The other Nights of Acting this JVeek are To-morrow & Saturday
To-morrow, Much Ado ahout Nothing, with The Hunter of the Alps*
Fruited & Published by E. 'Thomas. Denmark-court, Exeter-'chan^e, Strand.
Where Novels, Plays, Pamphlets, Posting-bills, Hand-bills, Letters, and
Cards are Printed, on the lowest Terms. — All Communications for The
Theatrical Observer, miuu be post paid, and addressed as above.
theatre Itogftfe HaP'iHaitet.
This E^eniag, the Operatic Comedy of
sweethearts & Wives.
Admiral Franklvn, Mr WILLIAMS,
Billy Lackadav, Mr LISTON,
Sandford, Mr MELROSE, Curtis, Mr LEE,
Charles, Mr VJNING,
Eugenia, Miss CHESTER,
Mrs Bell, Mrs C. JONES, Susan, Mrs GARRICK,
Laura, Madame VESTRIS.
To which will be addded, the Farce of
-Twould Puzzle a Conjuror !
Baran Yon Clump. Mr YOUNGER,
Peter, Czar ef Muscovy, Mr VINING, Van Dunder, Mr LISTON,
Peter St&nmitz, Mr HARLEY, Van Block, Mr LEE,
Admiral Varensloff, Mr W. JOHNSON, Officer, Mr G. JONES,
Count de Marvillc, Mr COVENEY, Waiter, Mr COATES,
Bertha, Mrs CHATTER LEV.
After which the Musical Entertainment of
aui ana Virginia.
Paul, Madame VESTRIS, Tropic, Mr HUCKEL,
Alambra, Mr W. WEST,
Don Antonio, Mr COVENEY, Sailor, Mr COATES,
Dominipue, Mr WILLIAMS,
Diego, Mr LATHAM, Sebastian, Mr C. JONES,
Officer, Mr EBSWORTH,
Jacintha, Mrs C. JONES, Mary, Mrs COVENEY.
Virginia, Mrs T. HILL.
To-morrow, The Young Quaker, with (1st time) Birds without
Feathers! and 'Twould Puzzle a Conjuror.
EXHIBITIONS.
Ir. Cross's Grand Collection of Wild Beasts — Exeter-'Chartge, Strand.
Ir. Finn's Fancy Glass-working Exhibition, in Miniature. Displaying
th-e whole- Art of Modelling-, Blowing, and Working— 161, Strand.
Cfjeatre 'ftopal, Cngitsl) #pera^ousf.
This Evening, a new Musical Farce, called.
Jo
Jonathan W. Douhikins, Mr MATHEWS,
Mr Ledger, Mr. W. BENNETT, Mr Delepierr«,Mr BROADHURST,
Sir Jkeatherlip Grossfeeder, Mr BARTLEY,
Natty parks pur, Mr KEELEY, Jemmy Larkspur, Mr TAYLEURE,
Agamemnon, (Jonathan's JVigger) Mr SLOMAN,
Tidy, Mr. SALTER, Butler to Sir L.Grossfeeder, Mr. MiNTON,
Lady Grossfeeder, Mrs GROVE, Mary, Miss HOLDAWAY,
Blanch, (a Black Housemaid) Mrs. BRYAN,
Patty, Miss HENRY, Mrs Lemon, Mrs TAYLEURE.
After which the Farce of
Mr Blushington, Mr MATHEWS,
Sir Thomas Friend lj, Mr W. BENNETT,
Frank Friendly, Mr BROADHURST,
Mr Evans, Mr SALTER, Nick, Mr SLOMAN,
Doctor Starch, Mr TAYLEURE,
Gyp, Mr W. CHAPMAN, John, Mr M1NTON,
Ladv Friendly, Mrs GROVE,
Miss D'inab Friendly, Miss POVEY,
DamePhilippaStraitlace, Mrs TAYLEURE,
To conclude with A New Feature, the Musical Farce of
Dick Cypher, (steeped in the Follies of 1824, with a ripened Fancy,
and a brace of Sporting Songs) Mr MATHEWS,
Adam Stirling, Mr W. BENNETT, Janus Jumble, Mr BAKER,
Jerry Bloisom, Mr RAYNER, Quill, Mr SALTER,
O'Rourke O'Daisy, Mr POWER, Coachman, Mr MINTON,
John, Mr HENRY, Servants, Messrs. CAHIL and VAUGHAN,
Mrs Augusta Carolina Honeymonth, Mrs GROVE.
Clara Stirling, Miss HOLDAWAY, Dolly O'Daisy, Miss POVEY.
To-morrow, The Vampire, with Is He Jealous, Where shall I Dine,
For the Benefit of Mr STEVENSON, Box-Book Keeper.
J'Hff
.SlteAtrtral ^bSnUnj
Daily Bills of the Play.
*' Nythiag extenuate aor set dawn augkt in malice. "
No. 985 Thursday' Sept. 30, 1824. jgrttfe U.
Cogent 4frrbcn Cijeatre.
On last night, the second of the season, was presented the Comedy
if Pride shall have a Fall. This piece is an extraordinary combination
of nonsense and humor. Really, sitting it quite out, and being asked
what one thinks of it} distracts the pericranium in no slight degree.
We have smiled, we have laughed, we hare thought we had heard;
some high sounding passages ; but after all, the confounding questioa
•f what is all thin about'} intrudes, and puts one out of temper be~
sause we cannot answer it. If the Reverend George Ciioly com*-.
jJoses his sermons as lucidly as his plays, his congregations will find
no more reason for being wiser and Letter, than his audiences, liy
the bye, we may here take the liberty of objecting to dramatical par-
sons. In our humble opinion,a clergyman is a person who devotes his
time and his thoughts to the promotion, amongst his less gifted fellow
creatures, of a perfect veneration for the Deity, and a just and vir-
tuous feeling between man and man. It is his duty to compose moral
end religious orations and addresses — to visit the sick and the dis-
tressed, and to perform every other duty of humanity. It is, there*
fore, a perfect abandonment of clerical propriety, to be found com-
posing dialogues to be spoken from a public stage, without any earthly
reason but to make people laugh and to obtain money. The Play was
well acted to a numerous audience.
Afterwards, Brother and Sister was excellently supported by Mr.
Fawcett, Miss Paton*, Miss Love, &c. who were warmly welcomed.
SPhc latter lady was encored in " Taste, oh, taste.''
gnglijtfj <©pcra4fou0^
Mr. Mathews gave us three doses of fun last night, which was
found very reviving to the body of the audience.— In the first piece of
Jonathan in England, Mr. Mathews was encored in his song, " Two
pound ten," and his Yankee song ; and in Hit or JUiss, which was
the last piece, Mr. Mathews was called for by part of the audience
to sing the Race song twice, but in consequeuce of the length thoro
was some opposition, when Mr. M. came forward and said, " Slave tQ
your will, I live but to obey, and as I shall soon be laid-up for the
season, I will start for two more heats out of the three." — H*
accordingly repeated two verses of the song.
A numerous audience were assembled here last night to see Sweei~
hearts 8f Wives, 'Twould Puzzle a Conjuror, and Paul and Virginia,
Mr. 8,'s f rime's Letter earns too late . — We tViaafc hi**,.
T-
%fmu 3&opjii, Conent Cai^n.
This Evening, Shakspeare'g fkmedy &f
MUCH
Ado about Nothio
'on reoro, lvir
Don John, Mr BAKER, Count Clandio, Mr MASON
Benedick, Mr C. KEMBLE,
Leonato, Mr EGERTON, Antonio, Mr HARTLEY,
Friar, Mr CHAPMAN, Conrad, EVANS,
Borachio, Mr HORREBOW, Seacoal, Mr LEY,
Balthazar, Mr TAYLOR, Verges, Mr KEELEY.
Dogberry, Mr W. FARREN,
Sexton, Mr ATKINS, Oatcake, Mr BARNES,
Beatrice, Miss CHESTER,
Ursula, Mrs BOYLE, Margaret, Miss HENRY.
Hero, Miss JONES,
IN ACT II.
A MASQUERADE.
Dancers— Messrs. Austin, Collett, Grant, Heath,
0JBrian, Ryals, Sutton.
Mesdms. Bates, Boden, Louis, Shotter, Twamley, &c
And Steevens's Glee of " Sigh no more. Ladies,'*
By Messrs. Tinney, Longhurst, and Mrs Boyle.
To conclude with the Melo-drama of the
;er of the Mm
Felix, Mr JONES, Rosalvi, Mr T P. COOKE,
Florio di Rosalvi, Miss H. BODEN,
Jeronvmo, Mr MEADOWS, Juan, Mr DURUSET,
Juilio di Rosalvi, Master BODEN,
Baptista, MrKEELEY,
Marco, Mr EVANS, Pietro. Mr TINNEY.
Helina di Rosalvi, Mrs FAUCIT,
Genevieve, Miss HALLANDE.
To-morrow, no Performance. — On Saturday, tjie Inconstant, witfe
fhe xaefo- drama of A Tale ef Mystery.
Cf>tatrr $&))&> l^jftattet.
This Evening, O'Keefe's Comedy ef
The Young 'Quaker.
Old Sad boy, Mr W. JOHNSON,
Chronicle, Mr WILLIAMS, Clod, Mr LISTON,
Spatterdash, Mr HARLEY,
Young Sadboy, Mr VINING, Twier, Mr COATES,
Captain Ambush, Mr JOHNSON,
Shadrach, Mr WILKINSON,
Lounge, Mr Coveney, Goliah, Master Tokely,
Lady Rounceval, Mrs WINDSOR,
Pink, Mrs C. JONES, Ariminta, Miss LOVE, with
" It was a Lover fy his Lass,"
Mra Millefleur, Mrs KENDALL,
Dinah Primrose, Mrs GIBBS.
T« waicli trill be addded, the Farce ©f
"Twould Puzzle a Conjurer !
. Baraa Vos Clurap. Mr YOUNGER,
Peter, Chsar of Muaeory, Mr VINING, Van Duuder, Mr LISTON,
Peter Stanmitz, Mr HARLEY, Vaa Block, Mr LEE,
Adwiral Varenaloff, Mr W. JOHNSON, Officer, Mr C. JONES,
Ctut de Marville, Mr COVENEY, Waiter, Mr COATES,
Bertka, Mrs CHATTERLEY.
To ©onelude with a New Farce, call'd
lie Devil to Pay.
Sir John Loterule, Mr HUCKEL, Jobeon, Mr W. FARREN,
Butler, Mr Brough, Cook, Mr Ebsworth, Doctor, Mr W. Jooxion,
Lady Leverule, Mr» T. HILL, Nell. Madame VESTIUS.
Lucy, Miss WOOD, Lettuce, Mn KENDALL.
To-morrow, The Clandestine Marriage, with (1st time) Birds
without Feathers! and X. Y. Z.
iIm .linn i i ■ i ' ii ■ ■ ■ i ■ I in i i ii an ■
J^rinted & Published by R. Thomas. Denmark-court. Exef^r-'cbange. astrar-d.
Where Novels, Plays, Pamphlets, Posting-bills, Hwd-bills, Letters, aai
Cards ar« Printed, ea t-he lowest Tewas. — All Com oaoai cation* for l%e
TheafaHwti Qbterver^ vemi 1st pes* pa$l, vai. a'tfifcressecl a« a%s©y«.
For the Benefit of Mr Stevenson*, 2?0# Book-Keepe
This Evening the Romantic Melo Drama, called,
7*
?*
CHARACTERS IN THE 1NTRODOCTORY VISIOX.
The Vampire, Mr T. P. COOKE, Lady Margaret, Miss CARR*
Unda, Miss IIOLDAWAY, Ariel, Bliss BODEN,
CHARACTERS IN THE DRAMA.
Ruthvcn. (Earl of Marsden,) Mr T. P. COOKE, Ronald, Mr LEE
IUc. Swill, Mr W. CHAPMAN,
Rehert, Mr BIIOADHURST, with will Sing 'My ain kind Dmri$ Q.>
Andrew, Mr MINTON, Father Francis, Mr SHAW,
J.adv Margaret, Miss CARR,
"Bridget, Mrs GROVE, Effie, Mrs J. VVEIPPERT.
To which will be added, the Farce of
e Jealous t
Mr Bdmonr, Mr WRENCH,
Servants, Mr LODGE, and Mr BOWMAN,
Harriet, Miss KELLY.
Mrs Beluiour, Miss CARR, Rose, Mrs WEIPPERT,
In the course of the Evening,
# The Soldier Tired"'. :. ..'... . Miss PA TON",
"Oh ! tis Love"... .»...,. Mr PEARMAN,
"The CaptiveBird" [Biahara] Miss HOLDAWAY,
"Away to my bonnie Lassie" Mr BROADHURST,
rt Aid mo, ye pitying Powers" [Cimarosa]. . . . Miss POVRY,
" Now Isn't it a pity" , Mrs J. WEIPPRRT,
"Cease thus to palpitate" [Rosini] • Miss HOLDAWAY,
" Three Part Comic Medley" Mr SLOMAN.
To conclude with the Operetta, called.
46 Where shall I Dine ?w
Sponge, Mr WRENCH, Dick Diseount, Mr RAKER.
Mr Grumpy, Mr W. BENNETT, Squire Flint, Mr SAUNDERS.
Homely, Mr POVEY, Famvell, Mr J. COOPER,
Diggory, Mr SLOMAN, Timothy, Mr HENRY,
Bailiffs, Messrs. Lodge, &Shaw. Surgeons, Mess. Mintgn & Hooper,
Mr* Grumpy, Mrs GROVE, Mrs Discount, Miss CARR,
Dorothea Giumpy, Mrs J. WEIPPERT,
Cook, Mrs W. BENNETT, Deborah, Mrs JERROLD.
To-morrow, Brother and Sister, with Tht Frezen Lake, $e.
TOE
AND
Daily Bills of the Play.
" Nothitfg extenuate nor set down aught in malice."
No. 886 Friday, Oct. 1, 182J. Price Id.
€ofccnt €articn 3Tf)catre.
Much ado about Nothing was represented last night, in the same
admirable style (hat it was acted in the previous season. It is a Play
that almost entirely depends for effect on the manner in which the
two principal characters are supported. In this respect it had due
justice, from the excellent performance of Miss Chester and Mr. C.
Kejmble, as Beatrice and Benedick, Miss Chester acts the cha-
racter of the arch man-hater with vivacity and very attractive man-
ner. Her interviews with Benedick, and her scene in the garden, were
well executed, and received much applause. Mr. C. Kimble plays
Benedick in that fine easy style for which he is so celebrated. He is
remarkable for always retaining an air of good breeding in every cha-
racter he supports, and in this, the man of high life and pleasant hu-
mor was rendered eminently conspicuous. Although the chief enter-
tainment derived from this Comedy lies in the bringing together thesft
antipodes of the matrimonial sphere, jet there is some excellent hu-
mor of a broader kind, derivable from the gentlemen of the watch.
Mr. Farren's Dogberry produced much langhtcr, and Mr. Kekley's
Verges was a good piece of still-life acting. Hero was well repre-
sented by Miss Jones ; and Mr. Connor and Mr. Baker performed
with much propriety the parts of Don Pedro and Don John ; and
were Mr. Mason to relax from a certain stiffness of manner, which
he always retains, he would have represented Count Claudio infinitely
better. Aud, also, we take the liberty to observe on this young gentle-
man and very young performer, that in addition to a natural style of
acting, he should regulate his elocution according to the character he
fills ; for a pompous delivery is rarely suitable except in tragedy, tie
possesses a good figure and many requisites for the stage, and we
should be sorry to see these qualities lost for want of attention to an
easy and natural manner. The pretty melo-drama of The Hunter of
the Alps followed, and gave great delight.
Mr. Stevenson's Benefit here, last night, was very numerously at-
tended, aud The Vampire, Is He Jealous ? aud Where shall I Dine I
which were the pkcc~: presented on the occasion, gave great satisfac-
tion.
THE THEATRICAL OBSERVER.
Ipap^marltet Centre*
There were The Young Quaker, ' T would Puzzle a Conjuror, and
The Devil to Pay, at this Theatre last night, ft was what is called
a ticket-night, or a benefit by sale of tickets for different members of
the establishment. — A new Farce is to be presented to-night.
Surrey. — There was a very good house here last night, for the
Benefit of Mr. Buckingham and others. On this occasion Mr. Kent,
who appeared last season at Covent Garden Theatre, as Richard the
Third, acted that character, and obtained a great deal of applause.
Every one will allow he possesses a great deal of energy, and repre-
sents the character in a highly respectable manner. He hit, by mis-
take, a poor Catesby a smart blow on the face with his sword.
Olympic Theatre— -To-morrow evening,we observe> commences the
season at this elegant little " Box ;" — the preparations have been ex-
tensive, the [improvements numerous and jndicions. We were gra-
tified the other day with a peep at the interior, which has received,
the most costly and beautiful embellishments — the pannels of the
boxes are painted blue, relieved with a neat frame of crimson, inlaid
with wreaths of laurel and a profusion of gold ornaments ; the private
boxes, as well as the public, have also !;ccn considerably improved ;
a saloon has been built in the pit for the convenience and comfort of
the visitors to that part of the theatre, and is fitted up with peculiar
neatness. The bill of fare is more full, and possesses a greater va-
riety than any ever before issued to the public : — a ballet, of which
report speaks highly, under the singular title of Hydrophobia, is
among the entertainments announced, and a parody upon the very suc-
cessful Opera of Der Freischutz, from the pen, we understand, of
the author of Dr. Syntax, Sec. Every exertion on the part of Mr.
FRAMProN, the proprietor, has been put forth to render it, in point
of splendour and accommodation, inferior to no establishment in the
metropolis. We are glad to find the management again placed under
the able direction of Mr. Viking, whose talent in the difficult capa-
cities of manager and actor, are known sufficiently to the public to
render comment from us unnecessary. Mr. Parker, we observe, will
be at his old post, the boxcs; whose attention and politeness has al-
ways been proverbial.
EXHIBITIONS.
Mr. Cross's Grand Collection of Wild Beasts— Exeter-'Change, Strand.
Mr. F.»nn's Fancy Glass-working Exhibition, in Miniature. Displaying
the whole Art of Modelling, Blowing, and Working— iol, btrand.
Printed & Published h\ K.Thomas. Denmark-court. Kjtet'pi -'chanfire. Strand.
Where Novels, Plays, Pamphlets, Posting-bills, Hand-bills, Letters, and
Cards are Printed, on the lowest Terms. — All Communications for The
Theatrical Observer, must be post paid, and addressed as above.
tUjcatir ftopal, i^jWatftct.
This Erening, the Comedy of
^andestiue Marriage*
| Lord Oslebv, Mr W. FARREN, ~.
Sterling Mr WILLIAMS, Brush, Mr HARLEY,
Sir John Melville, Mr VINING,
Lovewell, Mr COOPER, Canton, Mr WEST,
Serjeant Flower, Mr YOUNGER,
Traverse, Mr COVENEY, Servant, Mr COATES,
Truman, Mr W. JOHNSON,
Mrs Heidelhenr, Mrs WINDSOR,
MLi«s Sterling Mrs GIBBS, Betty, Mrs C. JONES,
Fanny, Miss CHESTFR.
Chambermaid, Miss Wood, Trusty, Mrs Kendall.
After which, (1st time) a New Musical Piece, in One Act, called
ircls without Feathers
The Principal Characters hv
Mr WILLIAMS, Mr YOUNGER,
Mrs T. HILL,
Madame VESTRIS,' and • Mrs C. JONES,
To conclude with a Farce, call'd
Capatin Calliard, Mr JOHNSON,
Neddv Brav, Mr LISTON,
Roscius Alldross, Mr HARLEY,
Giuhbleton, Mr LEE, Doddle, Mr COATES,
Ralph Kemoseed, Mr \V. WEST,
Maria, Mis, J. SCOTT, Betty, Mrs COVENEY,
Mrs Monser, Miss BOYCE,
Dora Mum well, Mrs C. JO_NES, ^
~To-eaor row , Who Wants o Guinea ? and Animal Magnetisih, &c.
C!)( titie ftopal, digits!) #{ttra gHmsr,
This Ev( Ding by Perm/iss'ton j»t' the Proprietors of the theatre Royal,
Covciit Uurdcli, the Comic Opera of
rower ana sistei
•
Don Chrbtpval dfe Tories, Mr BARTLEY,
Don 8\!vio cie Fioivs, Mr PHILIPPS," who will sing
fct Loves i^nam; Dream'' and 4t Lore Jias Eyes''
Paeheco, Mr W. CHAPMAN, Bario!o,Mr KEELEY
Donna Isadora, Miss PA TON,
who will introduce ^ Bid me Discourse.'''
Donna Camilla, Miss CARR, A-aiha, Miss POVEY,
Rosa.. the Miss HARVEY,
who will SrrH»" the Ballad of " Listen to your Love'"
After which a new Musical Drama, called
The Frozen Lake.
The Qrand I)uke of Suahia, Mr BARTLEY,
Prince tie Neuhourg, Mr WRElNCH,
Marq. de Valboru, Mr Perkins, Wilhelm, Mr Keelej,
Count de Linsberg, Mr PEARMAN,
First Page, Mr Deerin^, Second Pa<;e, Mr. Henry,
Domestics, Messrs Minton and Mr Povev,
Princess Louisa, Miss NOEL,
Baroness Matilda de Rosefeld, Miss KELLY,
Countess de Walstein, Miss HENRY.
To conclude with the Operetta, called.
" Where shall I Dine T
Sponge. Mr WRENCH, Dick Discount, Mr BAKER.
Mi Grumpy, Mr W.BENNETT, Squire Flint, Mr SAUNDERS,
Uomely, Mr POVEY, Fanvvcll, Mr J. COOPER,
Diggory, i\Jr SL'>MAN, Timothy, Mr I1ENHY,
Bailiffs, Messrs. Lodge, & Shaw. Surgeons, Mess. Minton* & Hooper,
Mrs Grumpy. Mrs GROVE, Mrs Discount, Miss CARR.
Dorothea Gnimpv, Mrs J. WEIPPERT,
Cook, Mis W. BENNETT, Deborah, Mrs JERROLD.
To-monow, Jonathan in England, with The Bashful Man, and
Hit or Miss! Beitu? the La^i Night of Mr Mathew'a Engagement
THE
liratrrral #ligerlicr;
AND
Daily Hills of ike Play.
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** Nothing extenuate nor set down aught iu malice."
Ao. 887 Saturday, Oct. 2, 1824. Price Id.
Tjir Comedy of The Clandestine Marriage was again admirably
acted la at night, with Mr. W. Farren, as Lord 0«icby, which cha-
racter no one at present on the stage can rival him in. Afterwards a
new Musical Farce, in one act, was produced under the title of" Birds
without Feathers'* This piece appears to have been taken from the
Farces, called The Child of Mature and Sixteen Years' Labour Lost.
The plot is, than an old hermit named Philip, (Mr. Younger) has
long lived in a retired cell, hating the world, and particularly women,
because Ids wife had run away from him. His son, Colin, (Mrs. T.
Hill) has been brought up with him in utter ignorance, and he is par-
ticularly anxious that he should never see any woman that could ii -
spire him with love. However, another old gentleman, Rinaldo, (Mr.
AY'flliams) who has placed his daughter, Eliza, (Madame Vestius)
under a rigid, man-hating gouvenianto. (Mrs. 0. Jones) induces the
liQrmit to visit him on condition that his (laughter should not be seen
by his son. The young couple, notwithstanding all precautions meet,
and under mutual astonishment admire each other. The hermit, jn
order to check his son's rising feelings, tells him the fair creature is
a Bird, which, (although surprised at its not having any feathers ,)
he cannot help loving, and the old gentlemen at length fiuding it use-
less to oppose nature, unite them. The music, which is pretty, we
hear is composed by Mr. Nathan, and ceitninly merited to be allied
to a piece of more solid worth. The audience were divided at the
conclusion, although the majority were in favor of its repetition. —
There was a crowded house.
The Fro z en Lalce was followed by Brother and Sister, in which
Miss Paton ants and sin?s so charmingly, and the last piece was
Where shall I Dine '!-. — The house was rery well attended.
Mr. Mathews concludes his engagement for the season this even-
ing. We have to thank him for many merry moments ; and shall be
anxious to see him At Home.
A gentleman of the name of Suefiiehd was forcibly rohbed of his
gold repeating watch, a magnificent chain and seals, at seven o'clock
iii the evening, by a gang of pick-pockets, at the time he was paying
his money at the pit door of the Has market Theatre. A powerful
matt faced the loser, he tore open the buttons of his pantaloons, foi
the chain had been tucked into the fob. Although there were at least
thirty persons in the passage, the villain escaped with his booty;—
watch and it? appendages were worth 100 t'uixieu
Cijcatre &opal* CoV.ent Caitsen.
The
This Evening, Faiquar's Comedy of
COI
Old Mirabel, Mr W. FARREN, -
Young Mirabel, Mr C. KEMBLE,
Durutete, Mr JONES, Dugard, Mr BAKER,
Petit, Mr HORREBOW, Page, Master Longhurst,
Bravos, Mess. T. P. COOKE, EVANS, LEY,
Bizarre, Mrs CHATTERLEY,
First Lady, Mrs BOYLE, Lamorce, Mrs VINING,
>riana, Mis, JONES,
iiaids,
esdms. APPLE TON' & BARNETT.
After wliieh the new Farce of
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Terry O'Ronrke, Mr CONNOR,
rTillwell, Mr CHAPMAN, Charles, Mr BAKER,
Dr. Frail, Mr BLANCHARD,
Risa, Miss J. SCOTT, Mary, Miss LOVE,
«a — -
To conclude with the Melo-drama of the
A Tale of Mystery*
' Count iomaldi, Mr COOPER,
Pietro, Mr BARNES, Mentano, Mr CLAREMONT,
Francisco, (a Dumb Man) Mr FARLEY,
Stephano, Mr BAKER, Bonarao, Mr EGERTON,
Exempt, Mr LEY, Malvoiio, Mr EVANS,
Michelli, Mr BLANCHARD, Fabio, Mr HEATH
Selina, Miss JONES,
FiameUa, Mrs DAVENPORT,
.A PASTORAL BALLET,
In which will be introduced a Pas de Cinque,
by Messrs Griffiths, Hebbard, Romer, Rvais, &c.
On Monday, Hamlet, Hamlet, Mr C. Kemble.
theatre ftopai, f^jHatlut.
Tkis Evening, Colman's Comedy of
517*
10 \v ants a t^minea s
Torrent, Mr WILLIAMS, Hogmore, Mr HUCKEL.
Solomon Gondy, Mr LISTON,
Ileartlev, Mr YOUNGER, Barforn, Mr POPE.
Jonathan Oldskirt, Mr WILKINSON,
Henry, Mr JOHNSON, Andrew Ban<r, Mr WEST,
Sir Larry Mac Murrftgh, Mr VINING,
Carrydot, Mr COAXES, ; Boy, Master CARR,
Mrs Glastonbury, Mrs WINDSOR,
> Fanny, Mrs T. HILL, Amy, Mrs HUNT.
To which will be addded, the Farce of
Capt. Ramblcton, Mr VINING,
Varnish, Mr W. JOHNSON, Tom, Mr IIARLEY
Ellen, Madame VESTRIS, who will sing,
What can a poor Maiden do ?
and The Dashing' white Serjeant,
In the course of the Piece, Mad. Vestris & Mr Harley
will introduce When a title Farm we keep*
To conclude with, (never acted at this Theatre) the Farce of
agnetism.
The Marquis, Mr VINING, Jefferv. Mr LISTOJV,
Doctor, Mr W. FARREN,
La Fleur, Mr HARLEY,
Picard, Mr C. JONES, Francois. Mr COVENEY,
Constance, Mrs T. HILL,
_^ Lisette, Mrs GIBBS.
On Monday, Sweethearts and Wives, with Teazing made Fnsy, &c.
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This Evening-, a new Musical Farce, called,
fill.
Mr Blushintfton, Mr MATHEWS,
Sir Thomas Friendly, Mr W. BENNETT,
Frank Friendly/ Mr BROADIIURST,
Mr Evans, Mr SALTER, Nick, Mr SLOMAN,
Doctor Starch, Mr TAYLEURE,
Gyp, Mr W. CHAPMAN, John, Mr MINTON,
Lady Friendly, Mrs GROVE,
Miss Dinah Friendly, Miss POYEY,
Dame Philippa Straitlace, Mrs TAYLEURE,
After tvliich the Farce of
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Jonathan XV. Doubtkius, Mr MATHEWS,
Mr Lodger, Mr, W.BENNETT, Mr Delepicrra.Mr BROADHUR.ST,
Sir Leatberlip Urossfender, Mr HARTLEY,
Natty Larkspur, Mr KE§LKY, Jemmy Larkspur, Mr TAYLEURE,
Agamemnon, ( 'Jonathan a digger) Mr SLOMAN,
Tidy, Mr. SALTER, Butler to Sir L. Gross feed or, Mr. MINTON,
Lady Grossfecdar, Mrs GROVE, Mary, Miss IIOLD.WVAY,
Blanch, (a Black Housemaid) *Mrs. BRYAN,
Patty, Miss HENRY, Mrs Lemon, Mrs TAYLEURE.
To coneludo with A New Feature, the Musical Farce of
TS"W
I
Diek Cypher, (steeped in the Follies of 1824, with a ripened Fancy,
and a brace of Sporting Songs') Mr MATHEWS,
Adam Stirling, Mr W. BENNETT/ Janus Jumble, Air BAKER,
Jerry Blossom, Mr RAYNER, Quill, Mr SALTER,
O'Ronrko O'D'aiuy, Mr POWER, Coachman.. Mr MINTON,
John, Mr HENRY, Servants, Messrs. CAHIL and VAUGHAN,
Mrs Augusta Carolina Honevmouth, Mrs GROVE.
Clara Stirling. Miss kOIipA WAV, Dolly O'Daisy, Miss POYEY.
On Mouduv, The Frozen Lake, &c.
THE
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" Nothing extenuate nor set down ought In malice."
No. 888 Monday, Oct. 4, 1824. Price \d
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■MNfaMfeE)
Co&ent 4£arttcn 4Tf)catre.
The Comedy of Z7*e Inconstant was performed here on
evening. Old Mirabel was represented by Mr. W. Fakkes, q
Young Mirabel, by Mr. C, Kemble, Durutete, by JVir. Jones, JB<-
xarre, by Mrs. CifATTERLEY, und Oriam, by Miss Jones. This;
powerful east, occatioued the piece to pass off with the greatest effect
It was, indeed, admirably acted, and received with great applause.
The Irish Tutor afterwards gave Mr. Connor an opportunity of dis-
playing l»i3 humor ; and The Tale of Mystery very agreeably con-
cluded the night's entertainments.
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<£ugli# <D$ttCL*f$Q\xse.
An overflowing house marked the final appearance of Mr. Mathews
here this season, on Saturday night. He was receive!! throughout
his performances with shouts of laughter and applause. We tru; r
that it will not be long before we have the pleasure of seeing 1
again. Mr. Broadhurst takes his Benefit to-triarrow night, when
Miss Paton will appear as Susanna, in The Marriage of Figfiro.
On Saturday night were performed at this Theatre, TVlto Wants a
Guinea1; Intrigue, and Animal Magnetism. In the second piece.
Madame Vestris sang three songs in her usual style of elegance. —
She was loudly encored in singing " The Dashing IP" ,'ute Serjeant,"
but in consequence of her labouring under a severe hoarseness, Mr.
Harley came forward to apolgise for her. — The house was full.
OLYMPIC THEATRE.
Tins prettv little Theatre opened on Saturday night, for the first
time this season, under the proprietorship of Mr. FrjUipton, and
stage management of Mr. Vining. The appearance of the house, and
all the arrangements, do great credit to the management. The en-
tertainments opened with a new Ballet, called Hydrophobia, wKich
went off very well. A quiz ©n' Der Freischuiz followed, whir i
was hissed and laughed at \ and in the la it piece, M it Coventry, lb/lias
P. Glover, (daughter of Mrs. Glover, of Drury Lane Theatre S ap-
pealed to great advantage- — She is a Very promising ktre^ 'i'
house was crowded.
Cfjeatre 3&o£al, Cogent €art>en.-
This Evening, will be performed Shakspear'a Tragedy of
Claudius, [King of Denmark] Mr CHAPMAN,
Hamlet, Mr C. KEMBLE,
Laertes, Mr COOPER, Horatio, MrCONNOR,
Polouius, Mr BLANCHARD,
Rosencrantz, Mr BAKER, Osrick, Mr. FARLEY,
Gmldenstern, Mr CLARMONT,
Marcellus, Mr HORREBOW, Friar, Mr MEARS,
Bernardo, Mr HENRY, Francisco, Mr MASON,
First Actor, Mr LEY, Second Actor. Mr ATKINS,
First Grave- Digger, Mr FAWCETT,
Second Grave-digger, Mr'BARNES,
Ghost of Hamlet's Father, Mr EGERTON,
Ophelia, Miss HAMMERSLEY,
Gertrade, Mrs FAUCIT, Actress, Miss HENRY.
To conclude with the last new popular Comic Pantomime, called
Harlequin §• Poor Mohin ;
Or, The House that Jack Built.
Jack the Miller, (afterwards Harlequin,) Mr ELLAR,
Poor Robin, or Poor Sir Bob, (the Astrologer) Mr J. ISAACS.
Gaffer Gandv, (afterwards Pantaloon) Mr BARNES,
The Rat— the Cat— the Dog—by Dcputants.
The Priest (afterwards Clown) Mr J. S. GRIMALDI,
Giles, MrMBARS, Ralph, Mr HENRY, Hodge, Mr TINNEY
Squire Sap, (afterwards Dandy Lover) Mr HEATH,
Ploughshare, Mr NORRIS, The Cock, Master STRUTT,
The Cow, with the Crumpled Horn, by an AMATEUR,
Rosebud, the Maid all Forlorn, (afterwards Columbine) Mrs VEDY
Cupid, the Messengei of Venus, Miss H. BODEN,
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The Public is respectfully iu formed that
The Theatre iinllbe opened Every Night this Week.
To-morrow, John Bull, with Charles the Second.
EXHIBITIONS.
Mr. Cross's Grand Collection of Wild Beasts— Exeter-'Change, Strand.
Mr. Finn's Fancy Gla^s-working Exhibition, in Miniature. Displaying
the whole Art of M addling, Blowing, and Working — 161, Strand.
Miss Lin wood's celebrated Pictures in Needle Work— Leicester-square.
rCt)tatr£ &opl. f^a^iHatfect.
This Evening, the Operate Comedy of
weetliearts
Admiral Franklvn, Mr WILLIAMS,
Billy Laekadav, Mr LISTON\ .
Sandford* Mr MELROSE. Curtis Mr LEE,
Charles, Mr YIN I NG,
Eugenia, Miss CHESTER,
rs Bell, Mrs C. JONES, Susan, Mrs GARBICll,
Laura, Madame VESXRIS.
To which will bo addded, the Farce of
\TwouVd Puzzle a Con juror !
Baron Von Gluwp. Mr YOUNGEK,
Peter, Czar of Muscovy, Mr ViNING, Van Dunder, Mr LISTON,
Peter StanmitB, Mr HARLEY, Van Block, Mr LEE,
Admiral Vorenslotf, Mr W. JOHNSON. Olkcr, Mr C. JONES,
Count de Marvillc, Mr COVENEY, Waiter, Mr COAXES,
Bertha, Mrs CHATTERLEY
To conclude with, the Farce of
nm made
asy
e.
Litigant, Mr WILLIAMS,
Glow-worm, Mr VINING, Gammon, Mr HARLEY,
Peter Pastoral, Mr WILKINSON,
Mixem, Mr LEE, Dunnv, Mr COAXES,
Thomas, Mr COVENEY,
Coutryman, Mr EBSWORXH.
Molly Mixem, Mrs HILL, Miss Manlv, Mrs GIBBS,
Mrs Teavrr, Mrs WINDSOR,
Miss Cmmpton, Mis- J. S C O T X,
MrsCrumpton, Miss BOYCE,
To-morrow, The Hypocrite, with Killing no Murder, arid Til
Devil to Pav.
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This Eveningly Permission of the Proprietors of the Theatre Royal,
Covent Garden, the Comic Opera of
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Don Christoval de Tormes, Mr BARTLEY,
Don Sylvio de Flores, Mr PHILIPPS, who will sing
44 Love's Young Dream'* and " Love has Eyes."
Pacbeco, Mr W. CHAPMAN, BartoIo,Mr KEELEY
Donna Isadora, Miss PATON,
who will introduce " Bid me Discourse."
Donna Camilla, Miss CARR, Agatha, Miss POVEY.
Rosanthe Miss HARVEY,
who will Sing the Ballad of *' Listen to your Lover*
After which a new Mnefcai Drama,, called
M. A{-
The Grand Duke of Suabia, Mr BARTLEY,
Prince de Neubourg, Mr WRENCH,
Marq, de Valborn, Mr Perkins, Wilhelm, Mr Keelev,
Ootint de Linsberg, Mr PEARMAN,
First Page, Mr Beering, Second Page, Mr. Henry,
Domestics, Messrs Minton and Mr Fovey,
Princess Louisa, Miss NOEL,
Baroness Matilda de Rosefeld, Miss KELtY,
Countess de Walstein, Miss HENRY.
To canchide with the Operetta, called.
va.
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Captain Cruizer, Mr MINTON,
-Lenox, Mr J. BLAND, Corporal, Mr HENRY,
incfaif; Mr BROADHURST,
Nippefkln, Mr W. CHAPMAN, wilh the Song of
" The Mghthigale Club"
Sc mt Major Tactic, Mr W. BENNETT,
Marv, Miss HOLDAWAY.
To-morrow, The Marriage of Figaro, an Interlude of Singing, and
Gordon the Gypsey, For the Benefit of Mc 15UOADJIURST.
THE
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*' Nothing extenuate nor set down aught in malice."
No. 889 Tuesday, OcLb' 1 824, Price Id.
Cofcent €arfcen Zfyeattz.
The fine tragedy of Hamlet was represented here last night, when
Mr. C. Kemble supported the arduous character of the Prince of
Denmark. We have frequently had the pleasure of noticing this per-
formance ; and have expressed a high opinion of the talent" Mr. C.
Kemble displayed in it. Without the fire of Mr. Kean, or the phi-
losophical manner of Mr. Young, Mr. Kemble exhibits a just con-
ception of the character, pourlrayed with a masterly hand, and in-
cluding many touches of genius. We would chiefly instance as proofs
of these, his acting in the first scene with the Ghost, that of the
Play, and the chamber-scene with the Queen. The interview with
Ophelia was also performed with much effect. There is a most im-
portant advantage which Mr. Kemble has over the present leading
representatives of Hamlet ; namely, he looks the character moie
perfectly than they do. He carries with him an air of youth, of po»
lished frank demeanour, which are absolutely necessary to the true
effect expected from the character. We have also to remark, that
Mr. Kemble appears to have rested more on a natural representation
of Hamlet, than on point-making, as it is termed. He is highly
commendable for thus abandoning all the trickery of the profession,
and grounding his claims for approbation on the plain and genuine
unfolding of the character which his immortal author has 60 power-
fully drawn. The frequent applauses of pit and galleries testified the
effect of his natural and energetic acting ; and the absorbed attention
of the boxes proved its general strength and merits. The other cha-
racters in the Play were well sustained. Ophelia, on this occasion,
was under taken by Miss Hammersley, who executed the part in an
interesting manner. The last year's Pantomime followed, and much
amosed the numerous audience.
The entertainments of last night were as gratifying to a crowded
audience as most of those presented here during the season have
been- To-night, the present campaign terminates ; and Mr. Arnold
has every reason, we believe, to congratulate himself on the eminent
success which has attended his exertions to amuse and gratify the
public.
There was abundant cause of mirth at this cheerful Theatre last
night — Sweethearts and Wives, 'Twould Puzzle a Conjuror, and
Teazing made Easy, followed each other only to keep up the smile
the preceding piece had created, — There was a good house.
Cfjeatre fcopaU Cobent Caitjen
Tkis Evening, Colman's Comedy of
JOHN BULL.
Peregrine, Mr COOPER,
Hon. Tom Shuffieton, Mr JONES,
Dan, Mr RAYNER, John Burr, Mr ATKINS,
Dennis Brulgruddery, Mr CONNOR,
Job Tliornberry, Mr FAWCETT,
Sir Simon Rochdale, Mr BLANCHARD,
Frank Rochdale, Mr BAKER,
Mr Pennyman, Mr LOUIS, Simon, Mr EVANS,
Earl Fitzbalaam, Mr CLAREMONT,
Williams, Mr MEARS,
Lady Caroline Braymore, Mrs CHATTERLEY,
Mary Thornberry, Miss CHESTER,
Mrs. Brulgruddery, Mrs. DAVENPORT,
After which, the new Comedy in three Acts, called
Charles the Second :
Or, the Merry Monarch.
King Charles the Second, Mr C. KEMBLE,
Lord Rochester, Mr JONES,
Captain Copp, Mr FAWCETT,
Edward, (Page to the King) Mr DURUSET,
Lady Clara, Mrs FAUCIT,
Mary, (Copp's Niece) Miss HAMMERSLEY.
The Public is respectfully informed that
The Theatre will be opened Every Night this Week.
To-morrow, Maid Marian, with The Poachers,
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This Evening will be performed the Comedy of
THE HYPOCRITE.
Doctor Cantwell, Mr W. FARREN, *"
Sir John Lambert, Mr YOUNGER,
Col. Lambert, Mr VIN1NG, Daruley, MrJOHNSOi
Maw-worm, Mr LISTON,
Seward, Mr COVENEY, Servant, Mr C. JONES,
Old Lady Lambert, Mrs WINDSOR,
Charlotte, Mrs T. HILL, Betty, Mrs COVENEY,
Young Lady Lambert, Miss BOYCE,
To which will be ad deled, the Farce of
Killing no Murder
Sir Walter Wilton, Mr WILLIAMS,
Bradford, Mr COVENEY, Tap, Mr EBSVVORTH,
Buskin, Mr HARLEY, with "Manager Strutt"
Apollo Belvi, Mr LISTON, Servant, Mr COATES,
Mrs Watchet, Mrs WINDSOR,
Nancy, Miss WOOD, Fanny, Mrs C. JONES,
■nO
To conclude with, the Farce of
Patil and Virginia
Paul, Madame VESTRIS, Tropic, Mr HUCKEL,
Alambra, Mr W. WEST,
Don Antonio, Mr COVENEY, Sailor, Mr COATES*
Dominipue, Mr WILLIAMS,
Diego, Mr LATHAM, Sebastian, Mr C. JONES,
Officer, Mr EBSWORTH,
Jacintha, Mrs C. JONES, Mary, Mrs COVENEY.
Virginia, Mrs T. HILL.
To-morrow, 'Twould Puzzle a Coijuror, Sweethearts and Wives,
with Married and Single.
Cfjeatre ttopal. Ciigltsl) €>pera^ousr»
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Last Night of Perfoming this Scasoii-
Mr. BROA DHURST's BENEFIT
This Evening, the Opera of The
Marriage of Figaro.
Count Almaviva, Mr WRENCH, Antonio, Mr BARTLEY,
Fiorello, Mi PYNE, Basil, Mr J. BLAND, Figaro, Mr PEARMAN,
who will introduce, " The Description of a Play"
Cherubino, Miss KELLY.
Countess Almaviva, Bliss POVEY, Susanna, Miss PATON,
who will introduce, " Lo Here the Gentle Lark"
Baibarina, Miss HOLOAVVAY, Marcellina, Mrs J. WEIPPERT.
In Act III. A DJ1L LET incidental to the Piece
After the Opera, Mr Bartley will deliver the Farewell Address.
Previous to the Opera, the Overture to « DER FREISCHUTZ !"
In the course of the Evening.
Spontini's grand Overture to" VESTALE"
Mr BROADHURST, will sing the following Songs from the
SCOTTISH MINSTREL.
" There was a Lass ancj^she .teas fair"
* My Love come let us Wander*— * My am kind dearie O
*' Let us Haste to Kelvin Grove" — "John Anderson"
44 O'er the Waves to my bonnic Lassie"
44 Will ye go to the Ewe Bug/its, Marian" Miss Paton
4 My Pretty Page Miss Povey, & Master Smith.
To conclude with the Mclo-drama of
Gordon the Gypsey.
Gordon the Gypsey, Mr T. P. COOKE,
Gavin Cameron. Mr BAKER, Dunbar, Mr BROADHURST,
Mc. Iron, Mr J. BLAND, Griffin Lc Noir, Mr. SALTER,
Mr Gillispie Farantosh, Mr SLOMAN,
Alice, Miss CARR, Mariam Moome, Mrs.BRYAN,
Dame Bawbie, Blrs JERROLD.
In Act I.— The celebrated" Gypsies' Glee" (Reeve)
By Mis* HOLDAWAY, Mr J. BLAND, and Mr SMITH,
THE
WhtHtvitiA (Mtatevbri* ;
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The Comedy of Jo//w Bull was acted last night. The character
of honest, good-natured, afflicted Job Thornherry, was filled by its
old representative, Mr. Fawcett, whose excellence in the part has
frequently been the theme of our admiration. There is not a per-
former at present on the Metropolitan Stage, who can so faithfully
depict homely feeling, blended with a pleasant humor. He received
great applause, and, indeed, the other chief characters were sup-
ported in a manner to produce frequent marks of approbation, "ihe
Comedy of Charles the Second followed with 'excellent effect. — There
was a good house.
The Hypocrite, Killing no Murder, and Paul and Virginia, were,
of course, certain of attracting a full house here last night.— There
are three highly amusing pieces announced for this evening.
This Theatre last night closed an eminently successful season, with
the performance of The Marriage of Figaro, and Gordon the Gyp-
sey, and a variety of singing, being for the Benefit of Mr. Broad-
hurst. — The house was crowded. At the close of the Opera, Mr.
Bartley appeared and delivered the following Farewell Address :
Ladies and Gentlemen,
As the performances of this evening will terminate our
short season, it becomes my duty to offer the usual tribute of thanks
for the patronage wo have enjoyed. On no former occasion have I
been warranted in doing this in terms so entirely unqualified as on the
present. The great and various exertions which have been made to
ensure your favor, have all been crowned with unprecedented success ;
and it is not saying too much to assure you that our gratitude is com>
mensurate with your liberal patronage.
The proprietor hopes that he does 'not arrogate to himself more
merit than your kindness will accord to him, when he boasts of having
been the first to bring forward the masterly composition of the Frei-
sckutz, The production of this splendid Opera may almost be con-
THE THEATRICAL OBSERVER:
i
sidered as a new era in dramatic music ; and the extraordinary suc-
cess which has attended it — notwithstanding the enormous expence
incurred by its performance, and the other novelties which have been
provided for your entertainment, has convinced him that even in his
very limited season, in the most unfavorable period of the year, a
powerful combination of excellence and talent is certaiu to receive the
gratifying meed of your protection and support.
In this conviction it is hardly necessary to assure you that the next
season shall be marked even by increased energy ; and by new efforts
to merit your approbation.
It now only remains for me, Ladies and Gentlemen, to offer you
the sincere thanks of the proprietor, and in my own name, and that
of all the performers, to bid you respectfully farewell.
The Surrey, Olympic, and Sadler's Wells, were excellently
attended last night, and the performances at each house were received
with great applause.
Mr. C. Kemble is to appear as Octavian, in the Play of The
Mountaineers, on Monday next : and Miss F. H. Kelly is to repre-
sent Floranthe. Shakspeare's Comedy of As You Like It is pre-
paring, with additional songs, duets, &c. the words selected from his
works, and the music composed by Mr. H. R. Bishop. They are
very busy at Covent Garden, also, with Der Frcischutz.
Madame Vestris is engaged by Mr. Abbott to appear at the Dub-
lin Theatre, i<u* I6 nights. Miss Forde is likewise engaged. Mr.
Burroughs; of the Cobouig, also goes to that theatre.
Mr. Glossop. — A private letter from Naples says—" The contraet
for the Royal Theatres has been taken from Mr. Glossop, and given
again to Barbaja, the former Impresario. Mr. G.'s engagement will
expire at Easter, when we fear he will find his pockets lightened of
several thousand ducats. He is now at Milan directing the Grand
Theatre " Delia Scala," which, as I have before informed you, he
has also undertaken ; hitherto he has given satisfaction there, but it
is to be doubted whether the results will be to his advantage.— Bri-
tish Press.
Madame Pasta has re-appeared at Paris.
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This Evening, the Opera of
MAID MARIAN.
Richard the l#t, King of Engiand, Mr T. P. COOKE
Prince John, Mr EGERTON,
Baron Fitzwater, Mr W. FARREN,
Rt.Fitzooth, Mr COOPER, Little John, Mr EVANS
Sir Ralph Montfancon, Mr BAKER,
Lord Lacy, Mr HORREBOW, Much, Mr HENRY,
Abbot of Rubigail, Mr ATKINS,
Friar Peter, Mr KEELEY, Whitethorn, Mr LEY,
Friar Michael, Mr C. KEMBLE,
Sir William of the Lee, Mr CHAPMAN,
Sir Guy of Gamwell, Mr Barnes, Herald, Mr Ryals,
William Gamwell, Mr PEARMAN,
Allan o'Dale, Mr J. ISAACS,
Attendant on Prince John, Mr LOUIS,
Page, Master LONGHURST,
Sheriff of Nottingham, Mr NORRIS,,
Officers, Messrs Heath ScCollett.'
Lady Matilda Fitzwater, Miss HAMMERSLEY,
Alice Gamwell, Miss HENRY.
Minstrels, Mesdames BOYLE and LOVE,
Village Lass, Miss DUNN,
To conclude with a Farce, call'd
THE POACHERS.
Count Eiberfeldt, Mr COOPER,
Baron Wolfenstein, Mr JONES,
Sonrkrout, Mr BLANCHARD,
Posiiliion, Mr O'BRIAN, Servant, Mr LOUIS,
Countess de Lisle, Mrs CHATTERLEY,
Countess Eiberfeldt, Mrs. FAUCIT,
Annette, Mrs VIN1NG, Grizette, Miss LOVE,
jl ....... ■ , ,
The Public is respectfully informed that
The Theatre will be opened Even/ Night this Week.
To-inorrow, The School for Scandal, &c.
Cijeattt fcopal, ^a^jHartut
This Evening will be performed the Farce of
"Twould Puzzle a Conjuror I
Baran Von Clump. Mr YOUNGER*
Peter, Czar of Muscovy, Mr V1NING, Van Dunder, l\Tr LISTON.
Peter Stanmitz, Mr HAIILEY, Van Block, Mr LEE,
Admiral Varenslotf, Mr \V, JOHNSON, Officer, Mr C. JONES
Count de Marvillc, Mr COVENEY, Waiter, Mr COATES,
Beillm, Mrs CHATTER&EY.
To which will be added, tkc Operatic Comedy of
iweethearts & Wives*
Admiral Frauklvu, Mr WILLIAMS,
Billy Lackaday, Mr LISTON,
Sandfurd, Mr MELROSE, Curtis, Mr LEE,
Charles, Mr VJN1NG,
Eugenia, Miss CHESTER,
Mrs Bell, Mrs C. JOKES, Susan, Mrs GARR1CK,
Laura, Madame VESTRIS.
To conclude with, the Earcc of
Teazing made Easy.
Litigant, Mr WILLIAMS,
Glow-worm, Mr VINING, Gammon, Mr HARLEY,
Peter Pastoral, Mr WILKINSON,
Mixem, Mr LEE, Dunnv, Mr COATES,
Thomas, Mr COVENEY,
Coutryman, Mr EBSWORTH.
Molly Mixem, Mrs HILL, Miss Manlv, Mrs GIBBS,
Mrs Teavrr, Mrs WINDSOR,
Miss Crumpton, Miss J. SCOTT,
■ MrsCrumptou, Miss BOYCE,
To-morrow Rob Roy Macgregor, with Intrigue, and Peter Fi»„
For 11k Benefit of Mr MELLtOSE,
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The operatic piece of Maid Marian was pei formed last night, for
what reason we know not, except to display the humors of the Church
Militant, so admirably personified by Mr. C. Kemble. Miss Tree,
who first represented the fair and lively Maid Marian, we have al-
ready stated was taken ill on her late provincial tour, from over ex-
ertion ; and when we remembered how much this piece was indebted
to her exertions, we could hardly conceive it prudent to act it -with-
out her. We must own, after last night's performance, we are con-
firmed in this opinion ; although Miss Hammersley, who took the
character, represented it with considerable talent : but theie is a
something about Miss M. Tree, which has rendered her so popular,
that there is hardly a young lady on the stage that can vie with In r
in that respect, and it is not to be expected that Miss TrBe'b recent
impression in this character could be so suddenly swept away, as to
make the piece attractive with the name of one of less standing in.
he place of hers. Mr. W. Farren waddled and gabbled through
Baron Fitzwater in his usual successful manner ; he is, certainly, an
extraordinary personage in his way. This Mr. W. Farren m prf>-
pita personage off the stage, he looks like a beardless youth ; and
on the stage he actually can play nothing but old men ! Amongst the
other performers in this Play, Mr. Pearman is distinguished for his
tasteful style of singing and attentive acting. We take the liberty of
recommending the shelving of this drama until Miss M. Tree's re-
covery. The Farce of The Poachers followed— it is well acted, and
therefore takes effect.
Ji&p^niar&ct €ljeattf&
The three amusing pieces of last night, were 'Twonld Puzzle a.
Conjuror, Sweethearts and J Fives, and Teazing made Easy. It is
scarcely necessary to say that great entertainment was derived from
these by a numerous audience. It has been asked why the author of
Teazing made Easy, Exit by Mistake, &c. &c. does not continue to
write fcr the stage ? The answer whieh we think might be given, is,
that these dramatic pursuits were the chance results of leisure in his
younger days, and having superior engagements he thinks no more of
them.
tHE THEATRICAL OBSERVER.
The John Bull of Sunday last, commences its theatrical article
in the following manner : —
" THEATRES.
" Our Correspondent, whose letter upon this subject we received as
we receive every thing from him — with pleasure — understands less of
us than we imagined. He complains of the rarity of oar theatrical
criticisms. When we first thought of establishing this Paper, so per-
fectly uninteresting and insignificant did the subject appear to us,
that we did not intend ever to have given any • notices of the drama.'
We altered our intention, it is true ; but still we are so clearly con-
vinced of the total indifference with which plays, play-writers, players,
and play-houses, are considered, if ever thought of in good society,
that it is merely when our attention is called to the subject, and some-
body for whose opinion we have a respect, makes an enjuiry about
them, that we feel inclined to occupy any space of our Paper with
any notice of them whatever."
Really, Mr. Bull, this is indulging in a splenetic humor, at the
expense of our reputation for understanding, to a degree beyond what
we should have thought you would have ventured. What ! " good
society/', then, does not include your correspondent, whom you hold
in such high esteem, and f who complains of the rarity of your
theatrical criticisms !" " Good society" never wastes a thought upon
Shakspeare, Congreve, or Sheridan ! — " Good society" never va-
lued the talents of a Garrick, a Kemble, a Siddons, or a Jordan !
The magnificent theatrical establishments of Drury Lane and Covent
Garden, which are specially patronised and visited by the King, are
never heard of in " good society V .That is. His Majesiy, accord-
ing to Bull, is one of the vulgar a person out of the pale of u good
society!" It is amusing to see Mr. Bull supporting his assertion,
tbat nobody in " good society' bestows a thought on theatrical sub-
jects, by stating that he never pays attention to them, except when
his friends urge him to do so ! This is complimenting his friends in
in a pretty awkward manner; they will, no doubt, feel inclined to
return the favor in the same way on the first opportunity, by de-
claring that persons of good sense never pay attention to balderdash
about whiggery, but when their friend John Bull, devotes his time
and paper to it.
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This Evening, Sheridan's Comedy of The
School for Scandal.
Sir Peter Teazle, Mr W. FARREN,
Sir Oliver Surface, Mr FAWCETT,
Crabtree, Mr BLANCHARD, Moses, Mr YATES,
Sir Benjanin Backbite, Mr JONES,
Joseph Surface, Mr COOPER,!
Careless, Mr BAKER, Trip, Mr HORREBOW,
Charles Surface, Mr C. KEMBLE,
Rowley, Mr CHAPMAN, Snake, Mi CLAREMONT
Lady Teazle, Miss CHESTER,
Lady Sneerwell, Mrs V1NING, Maria, Miss LOVE
Mrs Candour, Mrs GIBBS, Maid, Mrs Gifford,
In act III. a SONG by Mr TAYLOR.
Afteir which, the new Comedy in three Acts, called
Charles the Second ;
Or, the Merry Monarch.
King Charles the Second, Mr C. KEMBLE,
Lord Rochester, Mr JONES,
Captain Copp, Mr FAWCETT,
Edward, (Page to the King) Mr DURUSET,
Lady Clara, Mrs FAUCIT,
Mary, (Copp's Niece) Miss HAMMERSLEY.
The Public is respectfully informed that
The Theatre will be opened Every Night this Week,
To-morrow, Pride Shall have a Fall, with Charles the Second.
Cljeatie llopl, $ar^jHaiUet.j
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This Evening will be performed the Opera of
ROB ROY MACGREGOR.
I Sir Frederick Vernon, Mr YOUNGER,
Raslileigh Osbaldistone, Mr. JOHNSON.
Francis Osdaldistone, Mr MELROSE, who will sin#
The Last Words of JWarmion, & 77/e Lass of Uowrie.
Owen, Mr WILLIAMS, Dou£al, Mr WEST,
Capt. Thornton, Mr COVENEY,
Rob Rov Macijresor Campbell, Mr BENNETT,
Hamish, Mr MORGUE, Robert, Mr GOURIET,
Mac Stewart, Mr Brough, Mac Vittie, Mr Cpates,
Major Galbrahh, Mr LEE, Allan, Mr LATHAM.
Bailiie Nichol Jarvie, Mr LISTON,
Host, Mr EBSWORTH, Jobson, Mr C. JONES,
Andrew, Mr. W. Johnson,
Wylie, Mr. Bartley, Lancie Win^fleld, Mr. Moor,
Diana Vernon Madame VESTRIS,
Martha, Mrs. HUNT, Mattie, Mrs C. JONES,
-Jean Mac Alpine, Mrs, KENDALL,
Hostess, Mrs COVENEY, Ratty, Mrs GARR1CK,
.Helen. Macgregor Mrs GLOVER,
After the Play, Mr MELROSE will sing " The Death ofrtelson:*
After which the new Farce of
INTRIGUE.
Varnish, Mr W. JOHNSON, Tom, Mr HARLEY
who will sing with Madame VESTRIS 'When a little Farm we keep.*
Capt. Rambleton, Mr VINING,
Ellen, Madame VESTRIS, with The Dashing white
Serjeant, and What can a poor Maiden do ?
To conclude with, the Farce of
FISH OUT OF WATER.
Sam Savoury, Mr LISTON, Charles Gayfare, Mr. VINING,
Sir George Courtley, Mr. POPE, Alderman Gayfare, Mr. WILLIAMS
Steward, Mr W. JOHNSON, Thomas, Mr C. JONES
Ellen Courtley, Mrs GARRICK, Lucy, Mrs HUNT,
Xo-morrow, A Roland for an Oliver, Sweethearts & Wives, & Dog
Day:- in Bond Street.
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Sheridan's admirable Comedy of The School for Scandal, was
performed last night. This sterling Comedy has rarely been better
acted than it was on this occasion, taking it altogether. Mr. XV. Far-
ren's Sir Peter Teazle is certainly a distinguished performance, al-
though it has not the richness of style which Mr. Munden gave to it.
Mr. Farren, in respect of figure, has the advantage of the retired
veteran, for he looks more or the formal, cold old bachelor, than the
Dthor : but he does not give such an interest to the character of Sir
Peter as Mr. Munden did. The latter used to make us feel the knight
a good-natured, warm-hearted old fellow, who although a little
touchy, always seemed desirous speedily to remedy the effects of his
passion by an act of generosity. Mr, Farren on the other hand,
makes Sir Peter too crabbed — he has not good humor enough at his
command to make a pleasing impression in favor of the character. —
Still, be ably depicts its other leading points, and, ki particular, ma-
naged the quarrel-scene and the screen-scene very well.
Miss Chester played Lady Teazle. We could have wished her
to have acted it a little less boisterously — with more discrimination.
Much of what she uttered was unintelligible : howcrer, she got thro'
the character very respectably. It is impossible to compare her with
a Miss Farren, or a Mrs. Davison. Lady Teazle, notwithstanding
a country education, is to be presumed from the nature of her con-
versation, a young woman of some elegance and wit. Miss Chester
does not sufficiently impress us with her having possession of those
qualities. Mr. C. Kemble gave to the gay and liberal Charles all the
pleasantry and manner of the accomplished man of fashion. He re-
presents this character in an admirable style throughout ; there
is no one on the stage that approaches his excellence in it. Joseph
Surface was very ably represented by Mr. Cooper, who appeared
to enter fully into the nature of the part, and gave a perfect picture
of the hypocritical man of the world. He dressed the character with
great propriety, justly deeming Joseph no puritan in the cut of his
garments, or in manner, but merely a man, who, though moving in
fashionable circles, still considered it his interest to support, in op-
position to his nature, a character of extreme prudence, by way of
attaining for himself an advantageous comparison with the follies of
his thoughtless spendthrift brother Charles. Mr. Fawcett sup-
THE THEATRICAL OBSERVER;
ported his old character of Sir Oliver with all his wonted felicity.—
We know no one that could do it better, Mr. Blanchard, Mi*. Jones,
Mrs. Gibbs, and Mrs. Vining, represented the scandalizing coterie
extremely well. Mr. Yates's Jloses was a very good piece of acting.
Miss Love was a little out of her element as JMaria. We thought
sve pereeired that arch smile of hers quivering about her mouth whilst
she was endeavouring to look sorrowful, and squeeze out a tear.
The comic piece of Charles the Second followed, in which Mr. C.
Kk: : le acted the Merry Monarch with great humor. Mr. Jones, as
'yd Rochester, put forth his pleasantry, and Mr. Fawcett's old
ciearaan was admirably clone — The house was crowded in most parts.
The Comedy of Rule a Wife and have a Wife is to be performed
on Tuesday next, and on Thursday, the celebrated Der Frcischutz
is to be brought forward.
lloh Roy, Intrigue, and " Fish out of Water" were represented
last night, for the Benefit of Mr. Melrose, who is a rising singer.—
Mr. Bexxett played Rob with good erTeet. We have not space to
state particulars. — There was a good house.
Mr. Elliston is effecting much for the comfort 'of the visitors to
Dniry-lane theatre. In addition to the entire removal of various
nuisances in Vinegar-yard, this industrious Manager has projected
considerable alterations and improvements in the front entrance, by
which the access to the theatre will be made far more comfortable.
A new Tragedy was read in the Green-room of Covent-garden thea-
tre on last Friday, previously to the first rehearsal of it, in the pre-
sence of the performers who are to support the several characters. —
The piece was read by Mr. C. Kemble, with great spirit, and is said
to have made a favorable impression on the theatrical Circle.
The Universal Gazette of Lyons says, that the acting of Talma
attracts to the great theatre there a truly extraordinary crowd of spec-
tatort. According to the returns made to the authorities, more than
10,000 strangers has arrived is Lyons to enjoy the display of the ta-
lents of this great actor. At his last performance, the saloon was
filled four hours before the rising of the curtain, and the receipts ex-
ceeded 7,000 francs. British Press.
It is again rumoured that the English Opera House will be appro-
priated to the performance of Italian Operas during the whole of the
ensuing winter.
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This Evening, a Comedy with Song?, called,"
Pride shall have a Fall.
The Music selected and arranged by Mr Watsos.
Count Veutoso, Mr W. FARREN,
Stefano, Mr EGERTON, Spado, Mr BLANCHARD
Torrento, Mr JONES,
Lorenzo, a Captain, C W^OOPER,
Colonel Pistrucci, 1 Sicilian (Mr BAKER
Major O'Shannon, ) Hussars rMr CONNOR,
Comet Count Carmine, I J Mr YATES.
Lorenzo's Servant, Mr HEATH,
Bernardo, Mr MEARS, Jailor, Mr TAYLOR,
CiTil Officer, Mr J. COOPER. Officer. Mr AUSTIN.
Lazaro, Mr BARlNES, Pisanio, Mr HENRY,
SEREJSfADERS.
Messrs TINNEY, S. TETT, & LONGHURST.
Victora, Miss PATON,
Countess Ventoso, Mrs DAVENPORT,
Leonora, Miss LOVE
After which, the new Comedy in three Acts, called
Charles the Second ;
Or, the Merry Monarch.
Kiiw Charles the Second, Mr C. KEMBLE,
Lord Rochester, Mr JONES,
Captain Copp, Mr FAWCETT,
Edward, (Page to the King) Mr DURUSET,
Lady Clara, Mrs FAUCIT,
Mary, (Copp's Niece) Miss HAMMERSLEY.
To-morrow, The Inconstant, The Irish Tutor, The Tale of Mystery'
eatie iiopal, Dm^iHarUrt.
This Evenings the Operatic Comedy of
wee in e arr-
ives
®
Admiral Frankivn, Mr WILLIAMS,
Billy Lackadav, Mr LISTON,
Sand ford, Mr MELROSE, Curtis, Mr LEE,
Charles, Mr V1N1NG,
Eugenia, Miss CHATTERLEY,
Mrs Bell, Mrs C. JONES, Susan, Mrs GARRICK
Laura, Madame VESTRIS.
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After which tiro slaw Foi-ce of
iff/ ~%^*MwI(2 (£
nj
Baron Von Clump. Mr YOUNGER,
Peter, CflBfC of Muscovy, Mr V1NING, Van Dnnder. Mr LISTON,
Peter Stanmitz,' Mr HAULEY, Van Block/ Mr LEE,
Admiral Vareiisloff. Mr W. JOHNSON, Officer. Mr C. JONES,
Count de MarviJle, Mr COVENEY, Waiter, Mr COAXES,
Bertha, Mre CHATTERLEY.
To conclude with the Musical Farce of
*«»■
9
Paul, Madame VESTRIS, Tropic, Mr HUCKEL,
Alambra, Mr W. WEST,
Don Antonio, Mr COVENEY, Sailor, Mr COATES,
Dominipue, Mr WILLIAMS,
Diego, Mr LATHAM, Sebastian, Mr C. JONES,
Officer, Mr EBSWORTH,
Jacintha, Mrs C. JONES, Marv, Mrs COVENEY.
Virginia, Mrs T. HILL.
To-morrow, Rob Roy, with Twould Puzzle a Conjuror, and Intrigue.
THE
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That extraordinary Play, called Pride shall have a Fall, was acted
last night for the second time this season. It is difficult to fix the
character of this Comedv : — it is full of dramatic faults, and vet has
traits of genius in it. Being acted with great spirit, it passess off
pleasantly, when we resolve not to use our critical faculties. The
Reverend George Croly, its author, has not obtained by it any high
reputation as a dramatic author, whilst we suspect his clerical cha-
racter has suffered not a little by devoting his time and attention to
this pursuit. Let it be observed, we do not mean to say that writing
for the stage is an employment unbecoming a good member of society ,
but we certainly mean to assert, that it is one which a clergyman had
better leave to others who have less grave duties to perform. In our,
opinion, the man who has devoted himself to minister to the officer,
of religion, should never deviate into the regions of light imagination,
with no other aim than to create mirth and profit by his comic in-
vention. His mind must be indifferently prepared for the many so-
lemn duties of a clergyman, when rising from the concatenation of
his ludicrous scenes. Let us just suppose when the Reverend Gen=
tlcman has completed the following stanza in his Play— -
" For your bachelor's happy,
And o'er his brown nappy
He'll drink down the sun and the moon, bravo boys ;"
the Parish Clerk taps at his closet-door, with " Sir — sir-— Mr. Croly !
the body waits." Up jumps our parson, and having hastily slipped
on his canonicals, Hies to commit " dust to dust." Which, when
done, he hastens back to his temple of the muses, and goes on —
" But the husband's a wretch,
That longs for Jack Ketch,
And a rope's end can't ease him too soon, brave boys ;
And a rope's end can't ease him too soon !"
Then let us imagine the Reverend Gentleman called to pi ay at the
bed of sickness — how provoking ! — just as he is consuming his mid-
night oil over the following : —
"Tor. Why you scoundrels, you renegadoes, you dogs in office—
what's this for ? To be dragged out of my first sleep in my dungeon,
to look in the faces of such a confoundedly ugly set of cannibals/'
THE THEATRICAL OBSERVER
And, then, on his return from preparing a poor soul for " another
and a better world" — he sets to work again ; and clearing away his
holy thoughts, proceeds through his work inspired by the comic muse.
*' Major. A mighty handsome idea, by the glory of the Twentieth.
" Col. Sirrah ! you must see that we arc officers. Take care.
" Tor. Officers ! — aye, sheriff's officers. Honest housekeepers, with
very rascally countenances.
" Cor. Muffs and meerschaums ! — Very impudently conjectured.
" Tor. Well then, parish officers ! Hunters of brats, beggars,
and light bread.
" JIIuj. (laughing) — Another guess for your life.
'* Col. Insolence ! Sirrah, wo are in His Majesty's service.
" Tor. Oh ! I understand — Custom-house Officers. Tubs, tobacco,
and thermometers."
This is, surely, all very much out of character ; and, therefore,
we conceive Mr. Croly should either abandon the church or the
stage. — There were many persons of fashion in the house.
Sweethearts and Wives, the new Farce, and Paul and Virginia,
were performed last night with all their former success. — The theatre
was well attendel.
Surrey.— This Theatre has been very well attended this week, to
see the new melo-drama of The Kwula ; or, the Indian Pirate's
Vessel, and the devilish piece of Der Freischutz.
Olympic « — The performances at this beautiful little honse are cal-
culated to please in the higltest degree. The acting of Messrs. Vi-
ning, Campbell, Buckingham," Miss P. Glover, and Miss Stuart,
is excellent.
Sadler's Wells.-— The melo-drama of Von Orenburg, the Hun-
garian Outlaw, continues. tb attract in no common degree. — Messrs.
Mortimer, Vale, Bkyant, Sirs. Wilkinson, &c. perform their parts
with great success.
Mr. Wm. Macready is to make his appearance at the opening of
the Sheffield Theatre on the 25th instant.
We are sorry to state that Mrs. Yates, late Miss Brunton, is
much indisposed at Cheltenham ; her name was announced for an ap-
pearance at the Brighton Theatre, where she was engaged for a week,
on Monday last, but her illness prevented her fulfilling her engage-
ment.— British Prt'ss.
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This Eveniug will be performed the Opera of
Rob Roy Macgregor,
Sir Frederick Vernon, Mr YOUNGER,
Capt. Thornton, Mr Coveney, Doujjal, Mr WEST,
Francis Osdaldistone, Mr MELROSE,
Rashleigh Osbaldistone, Mr. JOHNSON.
Rob Roy, Mr COOPER, Owen, Mr WILLIAMS,
Baillie Nichol Jarvie, Mr LISTON,
Hamish, Mr MORGUE, Robert, Mr GOURIET,
Mac Stewart, Mr B^OUGH, Mac Vittio, IVIr COATE3,
Major Galbraith. Mr LEE. Allan, Mr LATHAM,
Hosf, Mr EBSWQRTH, Aidrevv, Mr W. JOHNSON,
Wylic, Mr hartley, Lan&e Wingfield, Mr Moor, Jcb<on, Mr C. Jones
Diana Vernon Madame VESTRIS,
Martha, Mrs. HUNT, Mattie, Mrs C. JONES,
Jean Mac Alpine, Mrs, KENDALL,
Hostess, Mrs COVENEY, Katty, Mrs GARRICK,
Helen Macgregor Mrs GLOYER,
Af tear whlci) ttte aefr Eat£e of
'Twould Puzzle a Conjuror!
Baron VoivClnrop, Mr YOUNGER,
Peter, Czar of Muscory, Mr V1NING, Van Dundor, Mr LISTON,
Petor Stanmitz, Mr HARLEY, Van Block, Mr LEE,
Admiral Varensloff, Mr VV. JOHNSON, Officer, Mr 0. JONES,
Count da Marville, Mr COVENEY, Waiter, M* COATES,
Bsrtiia^ xMrs CHATTERLEY.
To conclude with the Musical Farce of
INTRIGUE.
Varnish, Mr W. JOHNSON, Tom, Mr HA R LEY
who will sing with Madame VESTRIS 'When a little Farm we keep.'
Capt. Rambleton, Mr VINING,
Ellen, Madame VESTRIS, with The Dashing white
Serjeant, and What can a poor Maiden do ?
On Monday, Tne Rivals, Lydid, Languish, Mrs \V. West.
%t)mtu liopi, Cobent Catfceti*
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This Evening, Farquhar's Comedy of
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Old Mirabel, Mr W. FARREN,
Durntete, Mr JONES, Dugard, Mr BAKER,
Yournr Mirabel. Mr C. KEMBLE,
lit, Mr HORREBOW, Pa^e, Master LONGHUST
Bravos, Mess. T, P, COOKE, EVANS, LEY,
Oriana, Miss JONES,
First Ladw Mrs BOYLE, Lamorce, Mrs VINING
' Bizarre- Mrs CHATTERLEY,
[aids, Mcsdms. APPLETON & BARNETT .
After which the Farce of
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Terry O'Rourke, Mr CONNOR,
i TillweH, Mr CHAPMAN, Cbarles, Mr BAKER.
Dr. Frail, Mr BLANCHARD,
:ose, Miss J. SCOTT, Mary, Miss '
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To which will added the Melo Drama, called
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Count Romaldi, Mr COOPER,
Pietro, Mr BARNES, Montano, Mr CLAREMONT,
Francisco, (a Dumb Man) Mr FARLEY,
Stephano, Mr BAKER, Bonamo, Mr EGERTON,
Exempt, Mr LEY, Malvolio, Mr EVANS,
Michelli, Mr BLANCHARD. Fabio, Mr HEATH
Selieia, Miss JONES,
Fiameita, Mrs DAVENPORT,
A PASTORAL BALLET,
In which will be introduced a Pas de Cinque,
Lesdms. Qriffilhs, Hebbard, Ronier, Ryals, &c.
. Monde. y, T!:«, Mountaineers^ Octavian, Mr C. Kemhle, Floianlhe,
Mfes F. H Kelly, Zorayda, 3UiiS Lacv.
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No. 894 Monday OdL\\, 1824, Prrc* 1c/.
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Farquhar's lively Comedy of The Inconstant was acted on Sa-
turday night for the second time this season. It is a Play that re-
quires considerable talent in the representatives of the leading cha-
racters to render them in any degree effective. The parts of Old and
Young Mirabel, of Durutete, of Bizarre, and of Oriana, would be
lost in the hands of second-rate actors. There is so much bye-play
necessary that an indirl'erent conception of the characters, and the
least defect in the nlling-up, in many instances would, we think, if
badly acted, create much disgust. The ease and elegance of manner
with which Mr. C. Kemble exhibits the gaiety and carelessness of /he
inconstant lover of Oriana, gives ns a perfect idea of the character,
without offending in any way our sense of propriety. His points arc
made as if they arose naturally, without the least indication of their
being in, fact the result of art. It is this power which constitutes a
great actor ; and he who is unable to attain it, had better give up
the profession if he cannot endure a second-rate reputation. Mr. W.
Farren's Old Mirabel is a very good performance. Durutete, by
Mr, Jones, was humorously acted : although it is a hard task for this
gentleman to appear awkward or very diffident. Indeed, be appeared
rather to assume than be really the unpractised character in society
the author jhas drawn. The scone between him and Mrs. Chatter-
ley, who represented Bizarre admirably, where she discovers and
plagues him, was, however, not badly done, and created much mirth.
Yet, his manner and his bad dancing ill-concealed that he could both
walk, talk, and dance in a superior style. We must not omit to no-
tice the scene between Bizarre and Young *M\rabel, where he defeats
the lady's scolding intentions with the aid of Virgil. Mrs. Chatter-
ley and Mr. C. Kemble played this with uncommon spirit and effect,
and were loudly applauded. The vexation and passion of the former,
and the ironical coolness of the latter, were admirable efforts of the
art. Wc ought also, particularly, to remark on the acting of Mr.
Kemble in the scene with the ruffians, which was finely done. We
think Miss Joxes a very clever lady ; and she did Oriana in many
respects well ; yet it is not a character that suits her talent so well as
some others of a more lively nature. Miss Foote or Miss S. Booth
were well calculated for this part, which requires a quiet, interesting
solicitude of manner, to give it full effect. Mr. Baker represented
THE THEATRICAL OBSERVER:
Dugard very appropriately ; but might we suggest to him, that were
he not to suspend his arms with the back of his hands foremost, he
would appear much more graceful on the stage. This Comedy, al-
together, was so effective, that it is to be repeated to-morrow night.
The Irish Tutor, and The Tale of Mystery t followed, and gave
the highest satisfaction.
Mr. C. Kemble plays Octavian this evening,
Mr. Young is engaged here, and will make his first appearance on
Wednesday next, in Sir Pertindz MdcBycophant , in Macklin's Co-
medy of The Man of the fVbrld.
Rob Roy was repeated here on Saturday night. On this occasion
Mr. Cooper acted Rob, and with much effect. His vigorous style is
well suited to this energetic character. Mr. Melrose sang with taste
in Francis Osbaldistone, and Mr. Liston's Baillie Jarvie, was, as
usual, highly amusing. Madame Veitris makes a delightful Diana
Vernon. Mrs. Glover was not a little out of her proper line in
Helen Macgregor. The new Farce and Intrigue, were afterwards
excellently acted.
Mr. Dowton appears here to-morrow night, as Sir John Falstqff,
for the Benefit of Madame Vestris.
Miss Kelly is engaged here, and will make her first appearance
on Saturday next.
The Adelphi Theatre Opens on Thursday next, With a new grand
Spectacle.
The opening of Drury Lane theatre is postponed to the 23d or 25th
of this month, on which occasion a magnificent spectacle, founded on
the tale of the Enchanted Horse, from the Arabian Night's Enter-
iainmmts, will be produced, supported by Due row and his equestrian
troop.
Mrs. W. West has declinrd renewing her engagement at Drury Lane
in consequence of her husband's services having been rejected. She
succeeds Miss Chester at the Haymarket Theatre, where she is an-
nounced to appear this Evening as JLydia Languish.
EXHIBITIONS.
Mr. Gross's Grand Collection of Wild Beasts — Exeter-'Chattge, Strand.
Mr. Finn's Fancy Glass-working Exhibition, in Miniature. Displaying
the whole Art of Madeiiing, Blowing, and Working— 161, Strand.
Miss Linwood's celebrated Pietiires in Needle Work — Leicester-square.
Printed & Published by E.Thomas. Denmark-court, Exetpr-'ohanse, Strand.
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Cards are Punted, on the lowest Tei^ms.— All Communications for The
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Cijsatre 3&ogal, Cogent CatHen.
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This Evening, Colmans's Play of The
MOUNTA1NEE
Christians.
Octavian, Mr C. KEMBLE,
Virolet, Mr MASON, KilmaHock, Mr CONNOR,
LopeTocho, MrBLANCHARD,
Isidore, Mr ATKINS, Roque, Mr CHAPMAN,
Perequillo, Mr RYALS, Pablo, Mr LEY,
Diego, Mr HENRY, Ramon, Mr MEARS,
Muleteers — Messrs Norris, Henry, Tinney, Barnes,
Froranthe, Miss F. H. KELLY.
Agnes. Miss LOVE,
Moors.
Bulcazin Muley, Mr EGERTON,
<3anem, MrCLAREMONT, Ali Beg, Mr AUSTIN,
Pacha, Mr HOREBOW, Sadi, Mr DURUSET,
Yusef, Mr LOUIS, Selim, Mr HEATH,
2orayda, Miss LACY,
To conclude with the laet new popular Comic Pantomime, called
Harlequin $• Poor Robin $
Or, The House that Jack Built.
Jack the Miller, (afterwards Harlequin,) Mr ELLAR,
Poor Robin, or Poor Sir Bob, (the Astrologer) Mr J. ISAACS.
Gaffer Gandy, (afterwards Pantaloon) Mr BARNES*
The Rat— the Cat— the Dog— by Deputauts,
The Priest (afterwards Clown) Mr J. S. GRlMALDI,
Giles, MrMKARS, Ralph, Mr HENRY, Hodgo, Mr TINNEY,
Squire Sap, (afterwards Dandy Lover) Mr HEATH,
Ploughshare, Mr NORRIS, The Cock, Master STRUTT,
The Cow, with the Crumpled Horn, by an AMATEUR,
Rosebud, the Maid all Forlorn, (afterwards Columbine) Mrs VEDY
Cupid, the Messenge.i of Venus, Miss H. BODlffi,
To-morrow, (by Special Desire) The Inconstant, with Cozening, and
Presumption . or The Fate of Frankenstein.
Cfieatj-f ftopal, i>a!^JH<at1tet
This Evening, the Comedy of
HI"
Sir Antony Absolute, Mr W. FARREN,
Capt Absolute. Mr VINING,
Falkland, Mr COOPER, Acres, Mr LISTON,
Sir Lucius OTrii^er, Mr LE^E,
Fag, Mr COVENEY, '"David, Mr HUCKEL,
Coachman, Mr W. Johnson,
Servants, Messrs. C. Jones and Coveney..
Mrs Malaprop, Mrs WINDSOR,
Vs C. JONES, Maid, Mrs KENDALL,
Julia, Mrs CHATTERLEY,
L)dia Languish, Mrs W. WEST,
{Her first appearance at this Theatre).
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After which the Comic Piece of
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Varnish, Mr W. JOHNSON, Tom, Mr HARLEY
who will sing with Madame VES'i^RIS 'When a Utile Farm we keep.*
•' Capt. 'Rambtetan,' Mr VINING,-
Ellen, I^drJie VESTRJS,. with The Dashing white
Serjeant, arid What can a poor Maiden do ?
3%> eosolude with a. Farce, calKd
'he Marquis, Mr VINING,
Doctor, Mr W. FARREN, La Fieur, Mr HARLEY
Jefferv, Mr LISTON,
Picard, Mr C.JONES, Francois, Mr COVENEY,
Constance, Mrs T. HILL, Lisette, Mrs GIBBS.
To-monow. Tiio Merry Wives, of Windsor, Sweethearts and Wives
&c. for the Benefit of Madame VESTKIS.
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Daily JBills of the Play.
" Nothing extenuate nor set down aught in malice."
Tuesday ', Oct 12, 1824* Price Id.
Cotant €atDca 3H)e&tte.
Colman's Play of Sfl&e Mountaineers was represented last night. —
This drama, with its twofold plot, is a compound of insipidity and
florid dialogue. The story of Zoraydas abandonment of her father,
(lie moor Bulcazim Muleij, to embrace Christianity in the person of
a Spanish gallant, is extremely weak, and has no portion of interest
in it : and the loves of Agnes and Sadi is common-place. The ro-
mance of Octavian the deranged wanderer of the Cordilleras, is taken
from the history of Don Quixotic, and has a considerable share of
interest. about it ; but. then, it is of such short duration — co broken in
upon by the Moorish bombast, and the silly courting-scenes of Sadi
and Jfgnes, that it is greatly weakened. In short, we wade through
a vast deal of tiresome matter in order to reach the good stuff, Tlu
only striking character on which the imagination can be at all fixed,
is that of Octavian. This was admirably acted by Mr. C. Kemblle,
who powerfully depicted the unseated reason, and overwhelming pas-
sion of love, of the unhappy hero. Nothing could surpass the eiTect of
the following speech : —
" Oct. Thou hast shot lightning through me ! —
Art thou—stay i
That sound was thrilling music ! 0 Floranthe !
I thought not e'en the magic of thy name
Could make a heart, so long benumb'd with misery,
Leap as 'twould burst its prison.- — Do not mock me ;
If thou dost juggle, now, I'll tear thee — Hold !
Aye, I remember ; — and as I peruse thee,
Past times rush in upon me, with thy face ;
And many a thought of happiness, gone by,
Doth flash across my brain. Let me not wander.
Give me thy band, 1 toque. — I do know thy errand ,
And 'tis of import, when thou journey'st, thus.
The trackless desart to seek sorrow out.
Thou comest to tell me. my Floranthe's dead : —
But we will meet again, sweet ! — I will back,
With thee, old honesty ; and lay me down,
Heart-broke at last, beside her shrouded corse,
Ki;i& her cold cheek, then fly to her in heaven !"
THE THEATRICAL OBSERVER:
The interview with Florantke wa9 equally effective, and the feel-
ings of the audience were in many instances affected to tears when he
exclaimed —
" Oct. What art thou ? — speak that face — yet this attire —
Floranthc ! — No — it cannot — Oh ; good heaven !j
V«x not a poor weak creature thus ! Floranthe ?
How my sight thickens — Speak — *'
" Flor. Octavian !"
" Oct. That voice ! — It is — So long too — Let me clasp thee — H
" (Runs to meet her — staggers — and falls on his face)"
Miss F. H. Kelly, who acted Floranthe in the sweetest manner,
assisted to render this seene so affecting. The other characters were
pretty well supported. Miss Lacy, who looked very graceful as
Zoruyda, and Miss Love, Mr. Dtruset, Mr. Connor, and Mr.
Blanchard, in particular, received marks of favor from a rather nu-
merous audience.
This lively theatre gave us The Rivals, last night, in which the
novelty was Mrs. W. West's first appearance here, in the character
of Lydia Languish. She was received with the most animated ap-
plause, which this amiable lady, and admirable actress amply me-
rits. The other pieces were Intrigue and Jlnimal Magnetism, which
kept the audience in loud laughter.
Sadler's Wells — The season here is drawing very near to a close,
having received during its present campaign that patronage and sup-
port the excellence of the performances generally entitled it to. To-
morrow evening we observe is devoted to the Benefit of Mr. J. S.
Grimaldi, and from the strength and combination of talent contained
in his bill of fare, we have no doubt but a bumper will be the result.
We have also witnessed a full announcement for Monday next, for the
Benefit of the indefatigable stage-manager, Mr. Gallott, whose ex-
ertions throughout the season in the promotion of amusement for the
public, is deserving every support. Mr. Dayus, the worthy treasurer,
also takes his Benefit on the same evening, and, if attention and po-
liteness to the frequenters of Sadler's Wells, are claims on their pa-
tronage, there is no doubt but an overflow will be his reward.
EXHIBITIONS.
Mr. Cross's Grand Collection of Wild Beasts — Exeter-'Change, Strand.
Mr. Finn's Fancy Glass-working Exhibition, in Miniature. Displaying
the whole Art of Medeiiing, Blowing, and Worklng---i6l, Strand.
Miss Lin wood's celebrated Pictures in Needle Work — Leicester-square.
Printed & Published by E. Thomas. Denmark-court, Exef^i-'fihang-e, Strand.
Whera Novels, Prays, Pamphlets, Posting*bills, Hand-bills, Letters, and
Cards are Panted, on the lowest Ter.ms.-^A11 Communications for The
Theatrical Observer, mu*t be p*st paid, and addressed as above.
Coatee $\o#al, Coticnt €ait>eH*
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This Evening, Farquhar's Comedy of
THE INCONSTANT
Old Mirabel, MrW. FARREN,
Durutete, Mr JONES, Dugard, Mr BAKER,
Young Mirabel. Mr C. KEMBLE,
Petit, Mr HORREBOW, Pa-e, Master LONGIIUST
Bravos, Mess. T. P, COOKE, EVANS, LEY,
Oriana, Miss JONES,
First Lady, Mrs BOYLE, Lamorce, Mrs VINING
Bizarre, Mrs CHATTERLEY,
Maids, Mesdma. APPLETON & BARNETT .
After wl\icb tlie Farce of
Dick Mutable, (a changeable Lorer) - Mr YATES !
Ouvre" Bouche, (a gaping French Porter) - Mr YATES! !
Tragick, (an English Tragedian) - - - - Mr YATES ! ! !
Factious, (a Traveller from Greenland) Mr YATKS ! ! / /
Grimancier, (a French Tragedian) - - - - Mr YATES! !!! !
Gilbert Glib, (a Lecturer on French) Mr YATES !!!!!!
Alderman Duplicate -------- Mr YATES !!!!!!!
Alderman Mutable, Mr BLANCH AMD, Squib, Mr MfiAKS, ,
Mrs Deborah Mutable, Mrs PEARCE,
Julia, Miss HENRY, La Belle Limonadiere, Misi BATES.
To which will be added the Melo Drama of
A Tale of Mystery*
Count Romaldi, Mr COOPER,
Pietro, Mr BARNES, Montano, Mr CLAREMONT,
Francisco, (a Dumb Man) Mr FARLEY,
Stephano, Mr BAKER, Bonamo, Mr EGERTON,
Exempt, Mr LEY, Malvolio, Mr EVANS,
Michelli, Mr BLANCHARD, Pablo, Mr HEATH
Selina, Miss JONES,
Fiametta, Mrs DAVENPORT,
A PASTORAL BALLET,
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To-morrow. The Man of the World, Sir Pertinax Macsycophant,
Mr Young, (his 1st appearance (his Season) with Charles the Second.
theatre ilopl, f^as^jlaifteL
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This Evening, Shakspcare's Comedy of The
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merry wives oj wtti
Sir John Falstaff, Mr DOYVTON,(on this occasion for this night only)
Justice Shallow, Mr YOUNG RR, Ford, Mr COOPER.,
Master Slender, IVJr HAKLEY, Sir Hugh Evans, Mr WILLIAMS
Page, Mr W. JOHNSON, Fcnton, Mr MELROSE,
Host, Mr LEE, Dr. Caius, Mr W. WEST,
Mrs Ford, (1st time) Mad. VESTRIS, Mrs Page, Mrs GARRICK,
Anne Page, Miss POVEY, Mrs Quickly, Mrs WINDSOR,
The folhiving are Selections from ShaJcspeare;
Act I,— Song, '-With thee, fair^ummer's joys appear" Mr Melrose
Act 2.— Song; "When it is the time of Night" Mrs Garrick.
Song, " Crabbed Age" Madame Vestris.
Duet, "' Love like a Shadow Hies" Mr Melrose & Miss Povey
Act 34— Duet, " All that Glitters" Mad: Vestris & Mrs Garrick.
Act 4. — Duet, " I know a Banl;" Mad Vestrh & Miss Povey.
Act 5.— Duet, " When Daises pied" Madame Vestris & Mrs Garrick
Chorus, '*. Trip, trip away'' Miss Povey & Chorus
Finale, " Away, away, make holiday.
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In the course of the Evening the following Songs, &e
" fyfveh luck! Dew drops*— Madame Vestris.
" In Infancy our hopes" — Mad. Vestns.
Vhen a little Farm we keep Mad Vestris &.Mr Harley
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To which will be added, the Operatic Comedy of
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Admiral Frauklvn, W W. FARREN,
Billy Lackadav, Mr LISTON,
Sandford, Mr MELROSE, Curtis, Mr LEE,
Charles, Mr V1NING.
enia, Mrs CBATTEELEY,
Mrs Bell, Mrs C. JONES, Snsan, Mrs GARRICK.
Laura, Madame VESTRIS.
To-morrow, The Road to Ruin, &e.
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44 Nothing extenuate nor set down might in malice."
No. 896 Wednesday, Oct, 13, 1824. Price Id.
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The excellent manner in whfch The Inconstant has been acted here
this season, has drawn much attention, and a numerous audience has'
marked its performances General admiration Us bestowed on Mr. C*
Kemble's Young Mirabel, who, really, appears to have brought his
talents still more forward by the most spirited exertions. This Thea-
tre having been assailed by a lamentable chancery suit, a sort of cloud
is thought to envelope it ; and Mr. Kemble and the other Managers
may feel, under the circumstances, a generous ardour to clear away
the mists of this legal prejudice, and by every exertion to bring forth
their splendid Establishment triumphantly through the obscuring fogs
of Lincoln's-Jnn Hall.
The theatrical critic in last night's Globe and Traveller, (which by
the bye is an amusing Paper) speaking of the performance of The
Mountaineers, at Covent Garden Theatre, says — 4t Sadi retired from
the stage with Jack Bannister, and [Mr. Duruset, though he sang
the songs respectably, has not succeeded in inducing him to return."
We know that this character is out of Mr. Duruset's line, but tie
Globe and Traveller critic, we presume, has 'never seen Mr. Ha r ley
in the part. We can assure him that that gentleman gives us Sadi as
humorously as * Jack Bannister," Talking of " Jack Bannister,"
(whom the play-goers of a few years back will never forget) — we
had some time ago the pleasure of seeing him quite well, except of
that tenderness of toe which the villainous gout has inflicted on him.
Mr. Bannister after a brilliant theatrical career, wisely retired into
private life with ample means, and a happy memory of him impressed
on the public mind. He still, we hear, lives loving and beloved in
the bosom of his friends and family ; giving an additional proof that
the stage is, no more than other pursuits of life, a contaminator of
the heart or of the mind, when there is an original rectitude of feeling
and principle.
Madame Vestris had her Benefit here last night ; and it was a
very good one. Mr. Dowton appeared on the occasion as Sir John
Falstaff, in The Merry Wives of Windsor, and was received with
shouts of applause.
THE THEATRICAL OBSERVER.
Adhlphi Theatre. — During the recess this Theatre has undergone
considerable alterations and improvements. A dress-circle has been
formed, and the whole has been entirely re-decorated in rather a no-
vel and tasteful manner ; the gilt ornaments to the front of the boxes
are laid on a ground composed of rose-colour and white stripes, giving
it a pleasing appearance of lightness and elegance. The private boxes
are lined with rich crimson flock paper, with silk draperies to cor-
respond. The proscenium gives the appearance of a variegated fan,
most richly embossed, with burnished gold) and the scenery is equally
superb. The orchestra has been enlarged, sufficiently to contain a
.Band of upwards of forty performers, it being the intention of the
.proprietors to open with a new musical piece, from which they have
great expectations, and on. which no expense hi\s been spared.
Surrey. — Last night this theatre was the scene of contention be-
tween the management and the audience, owing to the non-appearance
of Mon-s. Cline, the French Hercules, who was announced in the bills
to display his wonderful powers of balancing. While the band were
plaving the Overture to Der Freisckntz, (the afterpiece) the first in-
dications of a, storm were perceptible, which on the rising of the
curtain, burst forth' with tremendous fury. It appeared from the
statement of the Manager, who then came forwaad, that Mr. Cline
was engaged by .Mr. Williams only, for his Benefit the preceding
evening, and he hoped therefore that the entertainments might bo
'permitted to proceed. The uproar encreased — the Manager re-
appeared,and proposed that M. Cline should go through his perform-
ances— this produced tranquility ; but eventually it was found M.
Cline demanded payment instanter — this was rejected by the Mana-
ger, who again appealed— uproar recommenced ; huh the majority
was in. favor of the Manager, and the piece then proceeded.
Miss Foote. — It would appear that this lady has been not very well
treated by a Mr. Haines, a wealthy young man, who, it is said, has
twice appointed a time for their nuptials, and as often, on some fri-
volous pretence, disappointed her. We have heard many stoiies of
this business, which may or may not be true. Amongst them, that
the gentleman asserted he never in his sober senses dreamt of making
her his wife — that several thousand pounds had been got out of him
by the lady's father ; and that, in short, he was sick and tired of the
whole business, and was compelled to shut his doors against all her
family, who besieged him with most, unwearied industry. Kcport says
Miss 1'oote is to bring the matter before a Jury.
EXHIBITIONS.
Mr. Cross's Grand Collection of Wild Beasts — Exeter-'Change, Strand.
Mr. Finn's Fancy Gl/vs-*-working Exhibition, in Miniature. Displaying
the wholn Art ef MadeHiiig, Blowing, and Working— 161, Strand.
Miss Lin wood's eelebrat. .! Pictures in "Needle Work — Leicester-square.
Printed & Published "b\ K. Two ma*
€!ieatre ftojml; CoVieut Cailsen.
This Evening Macklin's Comedy of The
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Lord Lumbercourt, Mr HARTLEY,
SirPertinax Macsycophant, Mr YOUNG,
[His first appearance this Season]
Egerton, Mr COOPER, Melville, Mr EGERTON,
Sergeant Eithemde, Mr CHAPMAN,
Sidney, Mr MASON, Sam, Mr O' BRIAN,
Counsellor Plausible, Mr EVANS,
John, Mr ATKINS, Tomlins, Mr LEY,
Lady Rodolplia Lumbercourt, Mrs CHATTERLEY
Lady Macsycophant, Mrs PEARCE,
Betty Bint, Mrs GIBBS,
Constantia, Miss HENRY, Nanny, Mrs BOYLE.
After which the Comedy, in two acts, called
econfj
Ori the Merry Monarch.
King Charles the Second, Mr C. KEMBLE,
9
Lord Rochester, Mr JONES,
Captain Copp, Mr FAWCETT,
Edward, (Page to the King) Mr DURUSET,
Lady Clara, Mrs FAUCIT,
Mary, (Copp's Niece) Miss HAMMERSLEY.
"To-morrow, (1st time at this Theatre) Der Freischutz, with Simpson
and Co.
Cfjeatrr liopai, ^aysjWaiftet.
This Evening, Holcroft's Comedy of
Old Dornton, Mr W. FARREN,
Harry Dornton, Mr VINING,
Goldfinch, Mr HARLEY, Mr Silky, Mr WILLIAMS
Mr Sulky, Mr YOUNGER, Waiter, Mr MOOR,
Mr Milforcl, Mr JOHNSON, Jacob, Mr Ebsworth,
Mr Smith, Mr Coveney, Hosier, Mr W. Johnson,
Sheriff's Officer, Mr C.Jones, Marker, Mr Bartley,
The Widow Warren, [1st time] Mrs GLOVER,
Sophia, [1st time] Mrs W. WEST,
Mrs Ledger, Mrs Kendall, Milliner, Miss W©od.
Maid, Mrs W. JOHNSON,
Mantua Maker, Mrs Hunt, Jenny, Mrs C. Jones.
After which, the Farce called, The TWO
Pages of Frederick the Great
"Frederick the Great, Mr W. FARREN,
Phelps, Mr WILLIAMS, Augustus, Miss LOVE,
Theodore, Madame VESTRIS,
Ernest, Mr BROUGH, Dick, Mr C. JONES,
Le Papillion, Mr BARTLEY, Carlo, Mr COVENEY
Ostler. MrCOATES,
Pages, Mrs Hunt, Mrs W. Johnson, & Miss Wood,
Madame Rilzherg, Mrs GLOVER, «
Caroline, Mrs T. HILL, Lisbeth, Miss BOYCE,
Madame Phelps, Mrs GIBBS,
To conclude with a Farce, call'd
'TwouM Puzzle a Conjuror!
Baran Von Clump. Mr YOUNGER,
Peter, Czar of Muscovy, Mr V1NING, Van Dunder, Mr LISTON,
Peter Stanmitz, Mr HARLEY, Van Block, Mr LEE,
Admiral Varensloff, Mr W. JOHNSON, Officer, Mr C. JONES,
Count de Marville, Mr COVENEY, Waiter, Mr COATES,
Bertha, Mrs CHATTERLEY.
To-morrow, The Merry Wives of Windsor.
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That eminent actor, Mr. Young, made his first appearance for the
season last night, as Sir Pertinaz Jllacsycophant. One might have
supposed that he would have selected a tragic character on the occasion,
but, the fact is, that his talent for a certain line in comedy lias fully
equalled, if not surpassed, his qualifications fo»- tragedy. Mr. Young
is the finest declaimer on the stage ; he possesses a naanly and im-
posing person and manner ; his judgment is excellent, and he is dis-
tinguished for taste. He, therefore, always gives peculiar force to
eneigetic parts, and marks the niceties of character with much effect.
Besides, he has a fine satirical turn of humor, which in Sir Pertinaos
is frequently called forth with great felicity. Mr. Young, on his voice
being heard without, was greeted with a very cordial welcome. He
acted Sir Pertinaco, throughout, in an admirable manner, and with
almost all the perfection of dialect which a native of Scotia might be
expected to exhibit. Mr. Cooper played Egerion in a very gentle-
manly style ; and gave every importance to the character which it is
susceptible of. The hady Rodolpha Lumbercourt of Mrs. Chatter-
ley is clever, but rather laboured in some parts. Mr. Bartley
looked and acted the von vivant, careless English nobleman extremely
well. Mr. Mason represented Sidney. — Still, do we intreat of this
young gentleman to get rid of that formal, important air which he
continually assumes. He acts every thing as if it was a grand, first-
rate tragic character he had in hand; and thus, really, brings on
himself much harsh ridicule. Why will he not resolve hir.isielf into
Ms character ? — Why not follow nature? He is possessed of talent ;
but we are sure he never will appear to advantage in any character
which requires an unbending of the whole manner : his voice also is
much against him ; but, we think, notwithstanding our observations,
that there is considerable improvement this season in his acting.
The Comedy of The Road to \
The character of Old JJornion was supported b> Mr >.
It was an able performance, but very unlike that of our retired fa-
vorite Mr. Mcnden, in the same part, which was always exclusively
his own. Mr, Farren wants ilie power of moving us with paternal
THE THEATHieAfc. OBSERVER4.
!■ W' 1 ■!■ ■ II!.— ■"■■ ■ m mil '.!■ I I I iHlJlHll»'lU»«' » '
affection, breaking out through offended feeling at the extravagancies
of his darling son. With this defect, it cannot be said to have filled
the character appropriately ; although the rity of an audience
who are no critics^ will, no: doubt, acted the part very
finely.
Mrs. Glover appeared as the Widow Warren, for the first time.
Since the. days of Mrs. Mattocks, the original Widow, we do not re-
collect to have seen this character so much to our liking. Mrs. West,
as Sophia, was very interesting. Mr. Viking's Young Dornton is a
very spirited piece of acting, and does him great credit. Mr. Har-
ley's Goldfinch was very good and true to nature. The whole Play
was well performed, and gave gr#at satisfaction.
(From a Correspondent.)
English Opera-House. — The performances at this Theatre, on
Monday evening, for the Benefit of the Philantrophlc Society, was
very fashionably attended. The Play of The Rivals was very respect-
ably performed. Sir Anthony Absolute was spirited, and Mr. JAMes
had evidently taken great pains with the part. Captain Absolute was
performed by Mr. Harrold ; we remember seeing this gentleman in
subordinate characters at Drury Lane Theatre last season, and we
were much surprised at witnessing his spirited represensation of the
Captain ; he was easy, bold, and elegant, and was uncommonly well
drsssed. Faulkland was performed in a ve#y gentlemanly manner by
Mr. Holland. Bob Acres was very entertaining in the last scene ;
he evidently did not understand the earlier ones ; he certainly is a
most industrious collector of * gag." But what shall we say of
David, he was the best acted character in the Play, and we only re-
gretted we did not see more of him.— -This gentleman certainly pos-
sesses very great talent. The ladies supported their characters with
very great ability. The evening's entertainment was much too long.
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Adelphi Theatre. — The spirited and highly successful proprietors
of this establishment, commence their winter career this evening,
with a new melo-drama of the Germ&n school. We have heard the
scenery, dresses, &c. spoken of in the highest terms of approbation.
The bills too announce, as we stated yesterday, an increase of num-
bers in the vocal and instrumental departments, worthy of either of
the great houses. Considerable alterations have been effected in va-
rious parts of the Theatre, with a view to the comfort of the au-
dience. The salle has been re-decorated in a most pleasing and ele-
gant style of novelty.— We heartily wish a continuation of their usual
prosperity.
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This Evening, (first time here) the Opera of
Der Freischutz ;.
Or the Black Huntsman of Rohemia.
Ottocar, (Baron of Hohenwalde) Mr BAKER,
Conrad, (Hereditary Grand Warden) Mr EGEUTON,
Caspar -\ r Mr BliNNETT,
Wiihelm, / ^ MrPEARMAN,
Herman, > Yagers of the Forest, <^ Mr J. ISAACS,
Hans, I ) Mi T1NNEY,
Mathew, 3 C Mr LEV,
Killian, (a Peasant) Mr KEELEV,
The Black Huntsman of Bohemia, Mr EVANS,
The Wild Witch of the Wolf's Glen, Mr AUSTIN,
Christopher, (Landlord of an Inn) Mr BLANCHARD,
Hermit of the Forest, Mr CHAPMAN,
Bertha, (daughter of Conrad, betrothed to Wiihelm) Miss PATON,
Lena, (her Companion J Miss LOVE,
Mariana, (daughter to Christopher) Miss J. SCOTT,
Elena and Stella, ('Peasants) Miss HENRY and Mrs BOYLE,
SCENER V.
^ct I.— The Village of Hohenwalde. The Trial of Skill in Shooting
at the Target for the Prize Shot, National Wall z by the Peasantry
The Hermitage in the Forest of Hohenwalde.— The Forest, and
Wiihelm' s Cottage.
Act 2 — An Apartment in the Forest House.— The Village Inn.-~The
Wolf's Glen. — The Incantation— Caspar's Summon' s and the Ma-
gical Appearance of the Black Huntsman of Bohemia— Music In-
dicative of the Ceremonies on the Casting of the Magic Balls.
Act 3,— The Exterior of the Hunting Lodge — The Forest — Beitlia's
Chamber — The Hunting Camp, with the Ceremony of Shooting
for the Office of Ranger of the Forest. — The awful appearance of
the Black Huntsman, who seizes on his Victim amidst the Fires of
The Burning Forest.
After which tho Comedy, in two acts, called
Simpson and Co.
Mr Simpson, Mr W. FARREN, Mr Bromley, Mr COOPER,
Mrs Bromley, Miss CHESTER,
Mrs Simpson, Mrs GIBBS, Mrs Fitzallan, Miss LOVE.
On Monday, Macbeth, with Harlequin and Poor Robin.
theatre ftoyai, j&ifc&MibtL
This Evening, Shakspeare'a Comedy of The
Mtrry Wives of Windsor.
Sir John Falstaff, Mr DOWTON,
Justice Shallow, Mr YOUNGER, Ford, Mr COOPER,
Master Slender, Mr HARLEY, Sir Hugh Evans, Mr WILLIAMS
Page, Mr W. JOHNSON, Fenton, Mr MELROSE,
Host, Mr LEE, Dr. Cains, Mr W. WEST,
Mrs Ford, (2nd time) Mad. VESTRIS, Mrs Page, Mrs GARRICK,
Anne Page, Miss POVEY, Mrs Quickly, Mrs WINDSOR,
The following are Selections from ShaJcspeare;
Act 1. — Song, "With thee, fair Summer's joys appear" Mr Melrose,
Act 2.-—Song. "When it is the time of Night" Mrs Garricfc.
Song, " Crabbed Age" Madame Vestris.
Duet, " Love like a Shadow (lies" Mr Melrose & Mies Povey
Act 3.— Duet, " All that Glitters" Mad: Vestris & Mrs Garrick.
Act 4. — Duet, "I know a Bank" Mad Vestris & Miss Povey.
Act 5.— Duct, "When Daises pied" Madame Vestris & Mrs Garrick
Chorus, f* Trip, trip away" Miss Povey & Chorus
Finale, " Away, away, make holiday.
After which the Comic Piece of
*Twould Puzzle a Conjuror!
Baron Von Clump. Mr YOUNGER,
Peter, Caw of Muscovy, Mr V1NING, Van Dunder, Mr LISTON,
Peter Stanmitr., Mr HARLEY, Van Block, Mr LEE,
Admiral Varensloff, Mr W. JOHNSON, Officer, Mr C. JONES,
Count de Marville, Mr COVENEY, Waiter, Mr COATES,
Bertha, Mrs CHATTERLEY.
To conclude trith a Farce, call'd
Varnish, Mr W. JOHNSON, Tom, Mr HARLEY,
who will sing with Madame VESTRIS 'When a little Farm we keep*
Capt. Rambleton, Mr VINING,
Eiien, Madame VESTRIS, with The Dashing while
Serjeant, and What can a poor Maiden do f
fo-morrow. The Merry Wives of Windsor.
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The great success which the celebrated piece of Der Freischutz^
met with at the English Opera-House, had induced the managers of
this theatre to produce it in the roost perfect manner. Accordingly,
a new translation and adaptation of it was made, and the Opera was
presented last night for the first time, At an early hour the house
was crowded in every part ; and every one seemed anxious to hear the
hcautifiil music of Weber executed in one of the finest theatres in
the world. The orchestra had been enlarged for the occasion, and
many persons added to the choir of the establishment. -All these
preparations, and all the eager curiosity of the public, happily proved
not to have been thrown away. Never was the effect of beautiful and
grand music more delightfully produced than in numerous instances on
this occasion. The overture* was rapturously encored, and so was the
following famous hunting-chorus at the end of the piece : —
What joys are the life of a hunter surrounding,
For whom foams so richly the cup of delight !
With rifle and horn, through the broad forest bounding,
Or stretch'd in its shade, by the streamlet so bright,
How glorious to see the fleet stag vainly flying,
The hound in the greenwood, the hawk in the air :
The pastime of princes; all others outvying,
No sport upon earth with the chase can compare.
Yoho, tra la la ! &c.
Not even with day is the hunter's sport ended—
The midnight to him is as dear as the noon ;
For when the bright sun in the west has descended,
To light him uprises his lady the moon ;
By her yellow beam led, through the deepest glens hieing,
The wolf and the wild boar he tracks to the lair ,
The pastime of princes, all others outvying,
No sport upon earth with the chase can compare.
Yoho, tra la la ! &c.
The singing by Miss Paton, as Bertha, was excellent : tie long
scena in the second act, was given by her with a power, a sweetness,
and brilliancy of tone, that commanded the admiration and loud ap-
plauses of the whole audience. Miss Love, as Lina, also sang with
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t"- - - - i- i i i j — — — ' — . — "* ' • --- pjiji&t&m -'■
her accustomed talent; and Mr. Pearman, as fVilhelm, gave liis
songs with all the taste for which he is so conspicuous. Mr. Isaacs
sang the Bacchanalian song very well, and was encored amidst some
opposition. The chorusses were excellently performed ; and the whole
was a vocal and instrumental treat of the finest kind. With respect
to the drama itself ; we think the present version lias more the air
and effect of opera than the piece produced at the English Opera-
Housc ; which latter was more melo-dramatic in its arrangement. —
The most material alteration in the plot of the present piece, is, that
the character named Killian is made the medium Caspar employs in
assisting to cast the balls, and to fire the seventh bullet, which he
hopes the daemon will direct to the heart that repelled him and beats
for JFilhelm — the heart of Bertha. Altogether, the Der Freischutz
of this theatre is a most interesting piece The famous Incantation-
scene was produced with a terrific effect surpassing conception : it is
impossible to convey an idea of this scene ; it represented the gloom
of midnight hanging over the Wolf's Glen — the moon eclipsed — the
magic circle formed — the wind's hollow sound breathing through the
forest — the spirit, invoked, appealing in the opening rock enveloped
in flames — the casting of each buliet, attended by the chorus-howling
of daemons and noises resembling the discharge of artillery and fire-
arms— the skeleton chase in the sky — the assemblage of frightful
monsters creeping and in the air — a chariot of fire bearing death a
skeleton of flame — nature herself overthrown, amidst the war of ele-
ments, until the whole presented immeasurable discord, and all the
burning glory of the destroying dcemon ! This scene closed amidst
the cheers of the audience ; and at the termination of this romantic
Opera, the most decided and enthusiastic applauses were bestowed on
the \thole.
The performances here last night were attended by a crowded and
delighted audience.
Adelphi Theatre. — The lateness of the hour at which the curtain
fell prevents our giving a detailed critique on Valmondi. We can
merely state that the scenery is splendid, and highly picturesque, the
decorations and dresses rich and appropriate. — Much of the music
met with approbation. Mr. Wrench, after a neat apology for some
inaccuracies of the representation, gave out the melo-drama for re-
petition amidst unmixed applause. We shall, on a future occasion,
report upon it.
Olympic. — Last night this little Theatre was numerously attended.
The amusing piece of Jill at Coventry went CiT with its usual ap-
plause, and was followed by Hydrophobia, in which there is some
pretty dancing. The Exeter Mcil concluded the evening's perform-
ances, and kept the audience in continual laughter, and the various
parts were tolerably performed.
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This Evening, (2nd time bore) the Opera of
Der Freischutz ;
Or the Slack Mtmfsman of 'Bohemia.
Ottocar, (Baron of Hohenwalde) Mr BAKER,
Conrad, (Hereditary Grand Warden) Mr EGERTON.
Caspar -% r MrBliNNETT,
Wiihelm, / \ MrPEARMAN,
Herman, \ Yagers of the Forest, < Mr J. ISAACS,
Hans, i A Mr T1NNEY,
MatheW, J £ Mr LEY,
Killfan, (a Peasant) Mr KEBLEY,
The Black Huntsman of Bohemia, Mr EVANS,
The Wild Witch of the Wolf's Glen, Mr AUSTIN,
Christopher, (Landlord of an Inn) Mr BLANCH ARD,
Hermit of the Forest, Mr CHAPMAN,
Bertha, (daughter of Conrad, betrothed to Wilhelm) Miss PATON,
Lena, (her Companion,) Bliss LOVE,
Mariana, (daughter to Christopher) Miss J. SCOTT,
Elena and Stella, ^Peasants) Miss HENRY and Mrs BOYLE.
SCE.NER Y.
Act 1.— The Village of Hohenwalde. The Trial of Skill in Shooting
at the Target for the Prize Shot, National Waliz by the Peasantry
The Hermitage in the Forest of Hohenwalde. — The Forest, and
Wiihelm' s Cottage.
Act 2 — An Apartment in the Forest House. — The Village Inn. — The
Wolf's Glen. — The Incantation— Caspar's Summon's and the Ma-
gical Appearance of the Black Huntsman of Bohemia — The Ce-
remonies in Casting of the Magic Balls.
Act 3, — The Exterior of the Hunting Lodge — The Forest — Bertha's
Chamber — The Hunting Camp, with the Ceremony of Shooting
for the Office of Ranger of the Forest. — The awful appearance of
the Black Huntsman, who seizes on his Victim amidst the Fires of
The Burning Forest.
To conclude with a Farce, £aH'd
Count Elberfeldt. Mr COOPER, Sourkout, Mr BLANCHARD,
Baron Wolfenstein, Mr JONES,
Countess de Lisle, Mrs CHATTERLEY, Annette, Mrs VINING,
Countess Elberfeldt, Mrs FAUCIT. Grizette, Miss LOVE,
To-morrow, Der Freischutz, with Cent per Cent.
Cfjeatre iiO'pai, jbrnj-Mmlut
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This Evenhig, Shakspeare's Comedy of The
err?/ Wives of Windsor.
Sir John Falstaff, Mr DOWTON,
Justice Shallow, Mr YOUNGER, Ford, Mr COOPER,
Master Slender, Mr HARLEY, Sir Hugh Evans, Mr WILLIAMS,
Paga, Mr W. JOHNSON, Fenton, Mr MELROSE,
Host, Mr LEE, Dr. Caius, Mr W. WEST,
Mrs Ford, (3rd time) Mad. VESTRIS, Mrs Page, Mrs GARRICK,
Anne Page, Miss POVEY, Mrs Quickly, Mrs WINDSOR,
The following are Selections from Shakspcare.
Act 1. — Song, " With thee, fair Summer's joys appear" Mr Melrose,
Act %. — Song. " When it is the time of Night" Mrs Garrick.
Song, " Crabbed Age" Madame Vestris.
Duet, " Love like a Shadow flies'' .Mr Melroso & Miss Porey
Act 3.— Duet, " All that Glitters'' Mad: Vestris & Mrs Garrick.
Song, " Como smiling Hope" Miss Povcy,
^et 4, — Duet, " I know a Bank" Mad Vestris & MIsb Povcy.
Song, '*-. When lucid Dew drops" Madame Vestris,
Act 5. — Duet, ;( When Daises pied" Madame Vestris & Mrs Garrick
Chorus, ff Trip, trip away" Miss Povey & Chorus
Finale, " Away, away, make holiday.
To which will be addftdb the. Operatic Comedy of
sweethearts & Wives*
Admiral Franklyn, Mr WILLIAMS.
Billy Lackaday, Mr LISTON,
Sandford, Mr MELROSE, Curtis, Mr LEE,
Charles, Mr V1N1NG,
Eugenia, Mrs T. HILL,
Mrs Bell, Mrs C JONES, Susan, Mrs GARRICK.
Laura, Madame VESTRIS.
"^To-morr^ow7^rhe~Road t0 Ruin, Sophia, Miss Kelly, her first
appearance at this Theatre.
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The second performance of Der Freischutx here, last night, was
os successful as on the first performance, and the music gave the
highest delight to a numerous and genteel audience. It may be re-
marked, of Weber, that he does not succeed so fully in the light
style of composition,as in that intended to express sentiment and deep
impressions. There is a Cathedral strain in most of the music of this
Opera, and, therefore, some degree of monotonous effect is produced.
Yet, it communicates a feeling so entirely congenial with the tendency
of this romantic drama, that the attention is more fixed on the passing
scene this heightened, than on critical distinctions. The Overture
and several of the other pieces of music were encored. A great de-
sire to see this Opera is evi*ced in all quarters ; and the splendid and
ingenious manner in which it has been brought forth here, adds to the
general attractions of the music, &c. The Incantation-scene is the
most powerfully effective display of combined horrors that ever was
beheld on the stage. It again drew forth the loudest approbation
from all quarters of the house.
After the Opera, the Farce of The Poachers was acted, aid pro-
duced much laughter. We cannot say that it is altogether so pure
a piece as we should wish to see.
This charming little Theatre is determined to stand its ground
firmly. Its late reinforcements are powerful ; and it is supposed will
hold out — its attractions, until November Is somewhat advanced. —
Madame Vestris took her leave last night in JUrs. Ford ; and in
Laura, in Sweethearts and Wives. — She goes to Dublin, we hear.
The cleverest Miss Kelly of all the Miss Kellys, makes her first
appearance here this evening. — She is a host in herself.
Drury Lane Theatre — We find that the several improvements
being nearly completed, and the whole of the interior of this fine
! Theatre having been re-erobellished, it will open on Saturday, the
23rd instant , and the performers aie summoned to attend in the
green-room, on Monday next, the 18th, at II precisely.
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Apelphi. The second performance of Valmondi, last night, was
attended with eminent success. This Theatre is likely to reap a good
harvest from it. The afterpiece of Wo Dinner Yet, is very laughable.
Sinclair will resume his situation at Covent-garden theatre in a
day or two. His theatrical tour in Scotland has been eminently suc-
cessful, both as to fame and its more solid accompaniment. He is to
make his first appearance, we understand in a new Opera.
Miss Foote.— The following, respecting the above-named charming
and accomplished actress, we have received from a Correspondent, in
whose veracity we believe we may place perfect reliance ; —
" This young lady, if report be true, will have cause to say, with
an able author, %
' Oh ! that mine enemies would write a book.
" It was not the intention of the friends of Miss Foote to say one
word upon the extraordinary conduct of Mr. Hayne, but wait pa-
tiently the result of her appeal to the Court of Kind's Bench. Since,
however, the wiseacres in the play of that gentleman have trumpeted
throutfh'the London, and even Provincial Papers, a garbled and un-
true statement, and having besides insinuated that he had not intended
to marry the young ladv, it will suffice for the present to state--
That Mr. Hayne directed (and his Solicitors approved on his part)
the rough draft of the settlements to be made on his intended bride ;
that he fixed the day to be married ; that he caused the bridesmaid
to be brought a distance of 200 miles, and to be introduced to him ;
that he purchased and tried on the wedding ring, and, in his own
proper person, procured at Doctors' Commons the license.
" This statement will be sufficient for the present to relieve the
minds of Miss Foote's friends.
" At the trial a recital of facts, demonstrating one of the most
aggravated cases of " breach of promise" will be brought forward
that has ever occurred in a Court of Justice.
" Mr. Hayne is invited to contradict one iota of this statement if
* Thus bad begins, but worse remains behind., — Hamlet.
<• The paragraph announcing the day for celebrating the marriage
of Miss Foote with Mr. Hayne, we have authority to state, was in-
serted at the express and earnest desire of Mr. Hayne. We have the
same authority to add, that neither Miss Foote, nor any friends at
her suggestion, have written, or caused to be inserted, one line in any
Newspaper:' —(British Press.)
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This Evening, (3rd time here) the Opera »f
5
Or the Black Huntsman of Bohemia.
Otlocar, (Baron of Hohonwnlde) Mr BAKER,
Conrad, (Hereditary Grand garden) JirKO^KTON.^
Yagers of the Forest,
Oaspa
Wilhelm,
l]erman,
Hans,
Malheur,
MrPEARMAN,
Mr J. ISAACS,
MrTlNNKY,
Mr LEY,
Killian, (a Peasant) Mr KE8LEY,
The Black Huntsman of Bohemia, Mr EVANS,
The Wild Witch of the Wolf s Glen, Mr AUSTIN,
Christopher, (Landlord of an Inn) Mr BMNCBABD,
Hermit of the Forest, Mr CHAPMAN
Berths (daughter of Conrad betrothed toWilliclm) lata PATON,
Lona, (her Companion J Miss LOVE,
Mariana (daughter to Christopher) Miss J. SCOTT,
Eienaald Stella (Peasants) Mi. HBnW and Mrs BOYLE.
SCEAER Y.
am 1 —The Village of Hohenwalde. The Trial of Skill in Shooting
at the Tarc-t fo*r the Prize Shot, National Wal.zby the Peasantry
The Hermitage in the Forest of Hohenwalde.— The I'orcst, and
Wilhclm's Cottage.
Act 2— An Apartment in the Forest Hou^-Thc Village lnn.-~Tne
Wolfs Glen —The Incantation— Caspar's Snmmon's and the Ma-
gical Appearance of the Black Huntsman of Bohemia— The Ce-
remonies in Casting of the Magic Balls.
Act 3 -The Exterior of the Hunting Lodge-The Forest-Bertha's
Chamber- The Hunting Camp, with the Ceremony of Shooting
for the Office of Ranger of the Forest—The awful appearance of
the Black Huntsman, who seizes on his Victim amidst the Fires ot
The Burning Forest.
To conclude with a Farce, eall'd
Mr Pennyfartbsng, Mr W, FARREN kP^'ty*****'
Copt Wore, Mr HORREROW Starch Mr JONES
Col Tumbril Mr BLANC'HARD, Dr. O' Rafferty, Mr CONNOR,
Dibbs, Mr MEADOWS,
Miss Deborab, Mrs PEARCE, Charlotte Tumbril, Miss J. SCOTT,
Mrs Peiinyfartbing, Mrs VIMNG;
~~ Oa~Mo«day, Der Freischuts, with Harlequin and Poor Robin.
Iltatie fcajwl, ^ay^ailut,
This Evening, HolcrofVs Comedy of
III® |
■ Old Dornton, Mr DOWTON, '
Goldfinch, Mr HARLEY, Silkv. Mr WILLIAMS,
Hurrv Dornton, Mr VINING,
Mr Sulk v, Mr YOUNGER, Waiter, Mr MOOR,
Mr Milford, Mr JOHNSON, Mr Smith, Coveney,
Hosier, Mr W. Johnson, Sheriff's Officer, Mr Jones,
Jacob, Mr Ebsworth, Marker, Mr Bartley.
Sophia, Miss KELLY, [Her first appearance here]
The Widow Warren, Mrs GLOVER,
Mrs Ledger, Mrs Kendall, Milliner, Miss Wood,
Maid, Mrs W. Johnson,
Mantua Maker, Mrs Hunt, Jenny, Mrs C. Jones.
After which the Comic Piece of
^TwouM Puzzle a Conjuror!
Raran Von Clump. Mr YOUNGER,
Peter, Czar of Muscovy, Mr VINING, Van Dunder, Mr USTON,
Peter Stanmitx, Mr HARLEY, Van Block, Mr LEE,
Admiral Varensloif, Mr W. JOHNSON* Officer, Mr C. JONES,
Count de Marville, Mr COVENEY, Waiter, Mr COATES,
Bertha* Mrs CIIATTERLEY.
To conclude with, the Farce of
e Devil io Pay,
Sir John Loverule, Mr HUCKEL, Jobson, Mr DOWTON,
Butler, Mr Brough, Cook, Mr EbsWortn, Doctor, Mr W. Johnson,
Lady Loverule, Mrs. T. HILL, Nell, Mios KELLY
Lucy, Miss WOOD, Lettuce, Mrs KENDALL.
■uiuNmni
On Monday, The Hypocrite, &c.
THE
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*♦ Nothing extenuate nor set down aught in maftoe.v
No. 900 Monday, Oct. 18, 1824. Prke Id.
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On Saturday, Der Freischutz was performed to a very crowded au-
dience. We think wo never heard Miss Paton in finer voice: she
gave all her songs, and particularly the scena in the second act, in a
-style that delighted in the highest degree. The utuust silence pre-
vailed in parts where she reduced the note with a clear and delicate
expression, and that silence was only broken by the buzz of appro-
bation which terminated in loud applause. The Overture, and tho
Hunting-chorus in the last scene, were rapturously encored ; and the
famous Incantation-scene was managed in the most appalling manner.
The John Bull of yesterday says, " we are sick of the very name of
Der Freischutz," and so they may be if they have gone the rounds
of the various Theatres where it has been bi ought out. Its popularity
is, however, thus amply proved, by the eagerness every Manager has
shewn to produce it. In this vast metropolis there are stiil many
thousands of persons who have not yet beheld it.
In the amusing Comedy of The Road to Ruin, on Saturday night,
Old Dornton was acted by Mr. Dowton with much ability, although
in a very different style from that of the retired favorite, Mr. Mun-
den. On this occasion, Miss Kelly made her first appearance on
these boards in the character of Sophia: need we say, she was re-
ceived with unbounded applause ? In fact, Miss Kelly has talents
that have long been so fully appreciated by the public, that it is mat-
ter of much regret, we do not find her again attached to one of our
great winter Theatres Some reasons are said to exist for this non-
engagement there, which we trust may be removed. But let us be
pleased while we may — we have her at the " Little Theatre ;" and
there let every one go and see her. She played Nell, in The Deril to
Pay, in the most humorous style, to Mr. Dowton's laughable Jobson.
The house was excellently attended.
Adelphi. — Valmondi, the new piece just produced here, is one of
the most interesting dramatic Romances of its kind we ever saw ; and
is uncommonly well acted in its chief parts. It is founded on the fa-
mous story of St. Leon, a man gifted with a fatal durability of ex-
istence, and abounds with striking incidents.— The house has beea
crowded every night since it opened.
THEATftTCAL OBSERVER'
Mtt. HAYNE and MISS FOOTE.
Mr. Hayne has sent the following Letter to the Press.
" Sir, — It never was my intention to have troubled the public with
any circumstances which have taken place between Miss Foote and
myself, had I not felt something was due to truth in the contradiction
of those paragraphs, which made it necessary my Attorney should do,
in your columns of yesterday. There I hoped the matter would have
rested, until the action Miss Foote has thought proper to commence,
developed every thing ; but the challenge which appears in your paper
of this morning, " inviting me to contradict one iota of the ^statement
if I dare," compels me reluctantly to put the public in possession of
facts, which I think will justify my conduct — intending to leave my
power of contradicting such statements to the proper time and place.
.Delicacy to the lady would almost silence me, did I not feel and know
it is so little attended to by, or heeded on her part.
But to the point: — I was not aware, when I made a proposal to
Miss Foote, that she had ever been under the protection of Colonel
Berkeley — her father and mother having always upheld, (and I be-
lieved) her to be a paragon of virtue ; and had not Colonel Berkeley,
in the latter end of June last, in the presence of James MAxse, Esq.
(as the Colonel's friend) and Thomas Best, Esq. (as my friend)
owned her having had children by him, the youngest then not a month
old, I should have been in ignorance of the facts, until too late to
retrieve my happiness.
If I were to make every other circumstance public at this moment,
I should be anticipating the defence I have at that trial, u where a
recital of facts, demonstrating one of the most aggravated cases of
breach of promise will be brought forward."
" My withers are unwrung — "
Now a word for Mr. Foote — who, under the plea of purchasing a
Paymastership, borrowed the sum of one thousand one hundred and
fifty pounds from me ; may I ask him (if he is in this country) to
what purpose it has been appropriated? — being given to understand
that the fear of being " called upon to return it," has induced him to
make a continental tour.
The mention of the above facts " out of the niany," will, I trust,
induce, the public to suspend their further opinion, until the appeal
made to the Court of King's Bench is decided. And in thus intruding
upon their notice, I cannot but congratulate myself at my escape.
I am, Sir, your obedient humble Servant,
Joseph Hayne.
2S, Upper Grosvenor Square, Friday, Oct. 15.
Miss Foote's Solicitor, in reply to the above, declares that the
proposal of marriage were made by Mr. Hayne, after the knowledge
of the circumstance he alludes to.
Printed & Published by E.Thomas, Denmark-court, KxeTer-'change, Strand.
C&eatt'e mogal Cotowt CaiDen.
^— — — — — i——
This Evening, (4th time here) the Opera of
Der Freischutz ;
Or the Black Huntsman of Bohemia.
Ottocar, (Baron of Hohenwalde) Mr BAKER,
Conrad, (Hereditary Graud Warden) Mr EGERTON.
Caspar ^ " C MrBKNNBTT,
Wilhelro, f \ MrPEARMAN,
Herman, > Yagwa of t&e Forest, < Mr J. ISAACS,
Hans, C ) MrTlNNEV,
Mathew, 3 v. Mr LEY,
Killian, (a Peasant) Mr KEELEY,
The Black Huntsman of Bohemia, Mr EVANS,
The Wild Witch of the Wolf's Glen, Mr AUSTIN,
Christopher, (Landlord of an Inn) Mr RLANCHARD,
Hermit of the Forest, Mr CHAPMAN,
Bertha, (daughter of Conrad, betrothed to Wilhelm) Miss PAT0JC,
Lena, (her Companion J Miss LOVE,
Mariana, (daughter to Christopher) Miss J. SCOTT,
Elena and Stella, ('Peasants) Miss HENRY and Mrs BOYLE.
SCENER Y.
£ct l.— The Village of Hohenwalde. The Trial of Skill in Shooting
at the Target for the Prize Shot, National Wall a by the Peasantry
The Hermitage in the Forest of Hohenwalde.— The Forest, ead
Wilhelm's Cottage.
Act 2 — An Apartment in the Forest House.— The Village Inn. — The
Wolfs Glen. — The Incantation — Caspar's Snmmon's and the Ma-
gical Appearance of the Black Huntsman of Bohemia— The Ce-
remonies in Casting of the Mjgic Balls.
Aet 3,— The Exterior of the Hunting Lodge — The Forest — Bertha's
Chamber— The Hunting Camp, with the Ceremony of Shooting
for the Office of Ranger of the Forest. — The awful appearance o(
the Black Huntsman, who seizes on tiis Victim amidst the Fires of
The Burning Forest.
To conclude with the last new popular Comic Pantomime, called
Harlequin Sf Poor Robin ;
Or, The Honse that Jack Built.
Jack the Miller, (afterwards Harlequin,) Mr ELLAR,
Gaffer Gandy, (afterwards Pantaloon) Mr BARNES.
The Priest (afterwards Clown) Mr J. S. GRIMALDI,
Squire Sap, (afterwards Dandy Lover) Mr HEATH,
Eosebud, the Maid all Forlorn, (afterwards Columbine) Mrs VEDY,
To-morrow, Der Freischutz, with Charles the Second.
€tjiatie &opl, ^a^Jtrladut.
This Evening, BickerstafTs Comedy of
1
Doctor Cantwell, Mr DOWTON,
Col. Lambert, Mr VINING, Darnley, Mr JOHNSON
Sir John Lambert, Mr YOUNGER,
Maw-worm, Mr LISTON,
Seward, Mr COVENEY, Servant. Mr C.JONES.
OkLLady Lambert, Mrs WINDSOR,
Charlotte, Mrs W. WEST,
Young Lady Lambert, Miss BOYCE,
Betty, Mrs COVENEY.
To yfifoh will hp wU#4, the Operatic Comedy of
Sweethearts
Admiral Franklyn, Mr WILLIAMS.
Billy Lackaday, Mr LISTON,
Sandford, Mr MELROSE, Curtis, Mr LEE,
Charles, Mr VINING,
Eugenia, Mrs T. HILL,
Mrs Bell, Mrs C JONES, Susan, Mrs GARRICK.
Laura, [1st time] Miss KELLY.
To-morrow, The Rivals, with (1st time) Hide and Seek. '
THE
Vttiairtcal 0&£tt*iiei* ;
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Daily Bills of the Play.
" Notbkfg extenuate nor set down aught in malice."
No. 901 Tuesday, Oct, 19, 1824, Price Id.
€ototr«2at&cn €ljcatrc*
Again Der Freischutz drew a most numerous and genteel audience,
who seemed highly gratified with the admirable music, and the ge-
neral effect of the piece. Whilst this attraction continues in the
same degree, it is scarcely to be expected that the Managers will pre-
sent any of their other novelties ; indeed, even that great actor, Mr.
Young, has been put into the corps de reserve by the Black Hunts-
man of Bohemia, and we imagine he will not be called into action,
unless on some Monday night, after the race of the above dark hero
is nearly over.
The Pantomime still has its charms for a certain class, who ad-
mire the feats of Harlequin above every thing, because his practical
jokes suit their comprehension and taste exactly.
Mr. Dowton performed Doctor Canlwell here last night with all
his wonted effect. It is a character that highly disgusts, whilst we
cannot help being pleased with the actor, who like Mr. Dowton fills
it with such amusing reality of manner. If this Play is useful in cor-
recting a taste for fanaticism, it at the same time is very likely to
create a prejudice against every display of religious sentiment ; and.
all who utter a word of that nature are liable to meet more suspicion
of hypocrisy than they, perhaps, merit. Mr. Liston convulsed the
audience by his comic representation of the fanatic Maw-worm ; and
the other characters were very ably supported.
In Sweethearts and f fives, we had Miss Kelly in the cha 
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